Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Chandigarh Airport (IXC): what you need to know
Chandigarh's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Chandigarh five hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your MEL to IXC flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chandigarh Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MEL and IXC:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
RM1,022 is the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chandigarh Airport flight. A return flight starts from RM2,118. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from MEL to IXC. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chandigarh Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MEL to IXC.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chandigarh Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it takes about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near MEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chandigarh Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chandigarh Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IXC instead:
Set your own pace with a Chandigarh Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar to explore Chandigarh and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Chandigarh Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to central Chandigarh
Chandigarh Airport to the centre of Chandigarh has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chandigarh Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Chandigarh. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Chandigarh is June, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chandigarh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to IXC in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Delhi is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored after you've experienced Chandigarh. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Naqqar Khana, Sita ram park and JU Park-2.
Around 434 kilometres south of Chandigarh, Jaipur is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Amber Fort, Hawa mahal museum and City Palace.