Flying from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport (IXC): What you need to know
Dubai is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport (IXC) flying out of Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 30 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Dubai to Chandigarh Airport flight.
The timezone in Chandigarh is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Dubai. Chandigarh Airport is located in Chandigarh.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Chandigarh Airport (IXC) is the most popular route, with 7 direct services each week. Travel from DXB to IXC on IndiGo's 10:10am departure.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Dubai to IXC.
Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Dubai Airport (DXB). Direct flights from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport (IXC) can be booked from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport with IndiGo. This popular carrier operates services from DXB.
IndiGo is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from DXB to IXC.
IndiGo stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 98.36% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Dubai to IXC that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between DXB and IXC include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Dubai Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai Airport, data shows 74.31% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Dubai to IXC flight? Check in to a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance of 56.64%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
Book a hotel near IXC if you're catching a late flight from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Go beyond Chandigarh and check out places that usually fly under the radar with your own wheels. You can grab a Chandigarh Airport rental car from Europcar.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Dubai to Chandigarh Airport flight.
Getting from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to central Chandigarh
Central Chandigarh is around 3 kilometres from Chandigarh Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
Currently, Rs28,325 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs66,434. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Dubai to IXC. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Dubai to Chandigarh Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flight tickets from Dubai to IXC by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport (IXC). July is the busiest month to travel to Chandigarh. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in April.
When booking your Dubai to IXC flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. June is the warmest month in Chandigarh, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 41ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 22ºC.
More about Chandigarh
Start your Chandigarh trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Nek Chand’s Rock Garden of Chandigarh, Capitol Complex and Rock Garden are major attractions which should be on every Chandigarh itinerary.
Explore more of India
Chandigarh is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometres south of Chandigarh, a trip to Delhi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Akshardham Park, Gurudwara Temple and Masjid مسجد.
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