Flying from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Chandigarh Airport (IXC): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to Chandigarh Airport.
The timezone in Chandigarh is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Abu Dhabi.
Choose from three weekly Zayed International Airport to Chandigarh Airport flights. The 00:15 departure with IndiGo is the earliest flight you can take. IndiGo operates the latest service of the day at 04:10.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your AUH to IXC flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as December? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
IndiGo offers direct flights from Zayed International Airport to Chandigarh Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Chandigarh — and maybe even more of India if you have time.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with IndiGo on this route.
With an impressive 81.82% of services arriving as scheduled, IndiGo is the most punctual carrier offering AUH to IXC flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Zayed International Airport to Chandigarh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between AUH and IXC include:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Mumbai Airport
Ahmedabad Airport
Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Of the flights that depart from Zayed International Airport, 75% arrive on time at their destination.
Zayed International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Chandigarh Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to AUH:
Arriving at Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
If you have a late Zayed International Airport to Chandigarh Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near IXC:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Chandigarh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar to explore parts of Chandigarh that most tourists miss.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Chandigarh Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to central Chandigarh
Chandigarh Airport to the centre of Chandigarh has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
The quietest month for a flight from Zayed International Airport to Chandigarh Airport is May, while December is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Chandigarh based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Chandigarh is June, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your flights from Zayed International Airport to Chandigarh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AUH to IXC sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've seen Chandigarh, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Travel around 241 kilometres south to Delhi to tick off its must-visit sights. From Akshardham Park to Gurudwara Temple and Shahi Masjid, your itinerary will be busy.
Jaipur is another essential stop in India and is around 434 kilometres south of Chandigarh. No trip is complete without a visit to City Palace, Amber Fort and Jaipur.