Flying from London to Chandigarh Airport (IXC): what you need to know
You can choose from numerous airports when organising your flight from London to Chandigarh Airport (IXC). Explore your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
The timezone in Chandigarh is UTC+5:30, which is 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of London. Chandigarh Airport is located in Chandigarh.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from London to IXC.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing flights from London to IXC departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
From the centre of London, LHR is around 31 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Booked an early flight from London to Chandigarh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Chandigarh Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these stops between London Gatwick Airport and IXC:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from London to IXC? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
Book a hotel close to IXC if you're taking a late flight from London to Chandigarh Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to central Chandigarh
Chandigarh Airport to central Chandigarh is about 22 minutes in a car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes around 1 hour and 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
For a one-way ticket from London to Chandigarh Airport, 230 € is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just 519 €. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from London to IXC, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from London to Chandigarh Airport across each month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, so you can easily find a flight your budget will love.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London to Chandigarh Airport.
The best time to fly from London to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
July is the busiest month for flights from London to Chandigarh Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Chandigarh in April when it's quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Chandigarh. June is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from London to IXC during then and you can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 41ºC.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 22ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from London to Chandigarh Airport.
More about Chandigarh
Start your Chandigarh trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Chandigarh Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Chandigarh is to visit its top sights. Some highlights include Nek Chand’s Rock Garden of Chandigarh, Rock Garden and Sukhna Lake.
Complete your Chandigarh trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from London to Chandigarh Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Chandigarh and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.