Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Chandigarh Airport (IXC): what you need to know
The timezone in Chandigarh is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
To ensure you catch your LGW to IXC flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Chandigarh Airport. Dubai Airport is a popular stopover on the LGW to IXC route.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
Rs79,311 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Chandigarh Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs144,459. These fares can change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LGW to IXC, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chandigarh Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights that leave from London Gatwick Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach London Gatwick Airport from central London, it'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chandigarh Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near LGW:
Arriving at Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
Reserve a hotel close to IXC if you're catching a late London Gatwick Airport to Chandigarh Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Chandigarh Airport rental car and discover parts of Chandigarh that most visitors tend to miss. You can book your wheels with Europcar.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Chandigarh Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to central Chandigarh
From Chandigarh Airport, Chandigarh is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chandigarh Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Chandigarh. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chandigarh Airport for June if you'd like to visit Chandigarh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 41ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to IXC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of India
Delhi is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored after you've seen Chandigarh. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Naqqar Khana, Sita ram park and JU Park-2.
If there's time to check out another side of India, consider Jaipur, about 434 kilometres south of Chandigarh. Amber Fort, Hawa mahal museum and City Palace are among its highlights.