Flying from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to Shanghai: what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Chandigarh, where Chandigarh Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from IXC to Shanghai, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Whether you'd like to visit a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport (DXB) is a stop you can make during your flight from IXC to Shanghai.
You will need an embassy visa for China if you hold a passport from India and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Chandigarh Airport to Shanghai, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
The journey from central Chandigarh to IXC takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 22 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel close to IXC? If you're catching an early flight from Chandigarh Airport to Shanghai, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to Shanghai
C$338 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chandigarh Airport to Shanghai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$692. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from IXC to Shanghai, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for a ticket from Chandigarh Airport to Shanghai.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 49 minutes.
Book a hotel near PVG if you're taking a late flight from Chandigarh Airport to Shanghai. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
After your flight from Chandigarh Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 21 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SHA. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from IXC to Shanghai at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Shanghai
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Chandigarh Airport to Shanghai while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Shanghai, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Chandigarh Airport to Shanghai in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from IXC to Shanghai in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Shanghai right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Chandigarh Airport to Shanghai:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are essential stops on your Shanghai itinerary.
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