Flying from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to London: what you need to know
Chandigarh Airport is located in Chandigarh. Following the UTC+0 timezone, London is five hours 30 minutes behind Chandigarh.
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 IXC to London flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from IXC to London, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
IXC is around 3 kilometres from central Chandigarh. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near IXC? If you've booked an early flight from Chandigarh Airport to London, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of the departures from Chandigarh Airport, 76.09% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to London
R 5,153 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chandigarh Airport to London flight. A return ticket right now is R 15,077. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from IXC to London, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Chandigarh Airport to London across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of London. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 55 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour.
Consider booking a hotel near LHR if you have a late flight from Chandigarh Airport to London. Select one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and chase adventure across London and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week before your flight from IXC to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Central London is located around 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). After your flight from Chandigarh Airport to London has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 30 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to LGW. Unwind and get cosy after your IXC to London flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a London Gatwick Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW will save you money.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is about 64 kilometres from the centre of London. It takes about 1 hour to reach the city centre by car after your flight from Chandigarh Airport to London.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes if you use public transport.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by choosing a hotel near STN after your IXC to London flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Start your journey without stressing over how to get to where you're going with a Stansted Airport rental car. You can book with trusted names here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
About four weeks ahead of your flight from Chandigarh Airport to London is a good time to secure your ride from STN. You're likely to find a better rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Best time to go to London
Before you book your flights from Chandigarh Airport to London, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in London offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Book a Chandigarh Airport to London flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IXC to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
After booking your flight from Chandigarh Airport to London, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If there's time to check out another side of United Kingdom, consider Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are the start of reasons to visit.