Travelling from London to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): What you need to know
The timezone in Chandigarh is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London. Chandigarh International Airport is located in Chandigarh.
To ensure you get on your flight from London to IXC, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to IXC. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you have an early flight from London to Chandigarh International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Dubai International Airport (DXB). It's a key transfer point for flights from London to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC) departing London Gatwick Airport.
LGW is about 48 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your London to IXC flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
London Gatwick Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 82% of flights out of here make it to their final destination as planned.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for an hour or several days, a stopover can make your journey feel more relaxed and effortless. When flying out of London Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC) stopping at Dubai International Airport (DXB).
The journey time to STN from the centre of London is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Chandigarh International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels near London Stansted Airport and get to your departure gate without rushing:
STN has a solid on-time arrivals performance of 80%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on track and touch down as expected.
About Chandigarh International Airport (IXC)
Have a late flight from London to Chandigarh International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near IXC and get cosy, quick:
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Getting from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC) to central Chandigarh
Central Chandigarh is around 13 kilometres from Chandigarh International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Chandigarh International Airport is 247 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 487 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from London to IXC, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from London to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC)
January is when most people book flights from London to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC). Visit Chandigarh in December for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Chandigarh is June, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your London to IXC plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Chandigarh International Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Chandigarh
Once you've booked your flight from London to Chandigarh International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chandigarh:
Your visit to Chandigarh won't be complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions worth exploring include Nek Chand’s Rock Garden of Chandigarh, Capitol Complex and Rock Garden.
Explore more of India
Chandigarh will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of India you'll want to see. About 225 kilometres south of Chandigarh, a visit to Delhi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Akshardham Park, Gurudwara Temple and Shahi Masjid.