Flying from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Chandigarh Airport (IXC): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chandigarh Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Chandigarh is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Abu Dhabi.
Flights from AUH to IXC start from 22:15 — the first with IndiGo. The last service of the day is at 22:15 with IndiGo. Overall, you can choose from six weekly Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chandigarh Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your AUH to IXC flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
IndiGo has direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chandigarh Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Chandigarh — and maybe even more of India if time allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with IndiGo on this route.
IndiGo tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for AUH to IXC flights, with 88.24% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chandigarh Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AUH and IXC:
Ahmedabad Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chandigarh Airport flight is R 1,420. A round-trip fare is currently R 3,969. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AUH to IXC.
The cheapest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chandigarh Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
78.54% of flights leaving from Abu Dhabi International Airport reach their destination on time.
Abu Dhabi International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chandigarh Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near AUH:
Arriving at Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
Consider booking a hotel close to IXC if you have a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chandigarh Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Drive into your next adventure with a Chandigarh Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar to explore Chandigarh and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Chandigarh Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to central Chandigarh
Chandigarh Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Chandigarh. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chandigarh Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Chandigarh. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chandigarh Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Chandigarh, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AUH to IXC in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Delhi is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen Chandigarh. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Naqqar Khana, Sita ram park and JU Park-2.
Jaipur is another favourite destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south of Chandigarh. No trip is complete without dropping by Amber Fort, Hawa mahal museum and City Palace.