Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Chandigarh Airport (IXC): what you need to know
The timezone in Chandigarh is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Riyadh.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your RUH to IXC flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Chandigarh Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between RUH and IXC:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Chandigarh Airport flight is R 2,597. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 5,767. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RUH to IXC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from King Khaled International Airport to Chandigarh Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RUH to IXC by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Chandigarh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from RUH touch down on schedule 86.76% of the time.
King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel near RUH? If you're boarding an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Chandigarh Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
Consider staying in a hotel near IXC if you're catching a late King Khaled International Airport to Chandigarh Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Set your own pace with a Chandigarh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar to explore Chandigarh and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Chandigarh Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to central Chandigarh
From Chandigarh Airport, Chandigarh is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Chandigarh Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Chandigarh based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Chandigarh Airport for June if you'd like to go to Chandigarh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RUH to IXC around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Delhi is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chandigarh. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Naqqar Khana, Sita ram park and JU Park-2.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in India, head for Jaipur, about 434 kilometres south of Chandigarh. Amber Fort, Hawa mahal museum and City Palace are the start of reasons to visit.
