Travelling from Gaggal Airport (DHM) to Chandigarh Airport (IXC): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Gaggal Airport to Chandigarh Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Dharamsala and Chandigarh share the UTC+5:30 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Flights from DHM to IXC start from 08:45 — the first with IndiGo. The last departure is at 14:10 with IndiGo. In total, there are six weekly Gaggal Airport to Chandigarh Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DHM to IXC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
IndiGo is your gateway to exploring Chandigarh (and maybe even some other exciting parts of India!). Check out the direct flights from Gaggal Airport to Chandigarh Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is IndiGo.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier offering DHM to IXC flights. An impressive 91.84% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Gaggal Airport to Chandigarh Airport. Many travellers pass through Indira Gandhi International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gaggal Airport (DHM) to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
RM168 is the best price for a one-way Gaggal Airport to Chandigarh Airport flight. A return flight starts from RM353. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from DHM to IXC by booking ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Gaggal Airport to Chandigarh Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DHM to IXC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Gaggal Airport to Chandigarh Airport.
Handy information about Gaggal Airport (DHM)
Gaggal Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 86.02% of flights that depart DHM arrive at their destination on time.
Central Dharamsala to Gaggal Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Looking for a handy hotel close to DHM? If you're boarding an early flight from Gaggal Airport to Chandigarh Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
If you're arriving on a late Gaggal Airport to Chandigarh Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near IXC:
Pick up a Chandigarh Airport rental car and discover parts of Chandigarh that aren't in every guidebook. Check out the deals from Europcar.
Reserving your vehicle from Chandigarh Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
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.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
The quietest month for a flight from Gaggal Airport to Chandigarh Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Chandigarh based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Gaggal Airport to Chandigarh Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Chandigarh, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DHM to IXC in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Chandigarh has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south of Chandigarh, a visit to Delhi will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Naqqar Khana, Sita ram park and JU Park-2.
Around 434 kilometres south of Chandigarh, Jaipur is another favourite stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Amber Fort, Hawa mahal museum and City Palace.