Travelling from Melbourne to Chandigarh Airport (IXC): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Melbourne to Chandigarh Airport (IXC).
The timezone in Chandigarh is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne. Chandigarh Airport is located in Chandigarh.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Melbourne to IXC.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's a good idea to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to IXC departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Chandigarh Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
You're going on vacation, so why not spend another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to IXC flight, make yourself comfortable at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport are known for their punctuality, with 80.09% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
About Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
Consider booking a hotel near IXC if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Chandigarh Airport. Pick one of these options and end the night sooner:
Set your own pace with a Chandigarh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar to explore Chandigarh and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Chandigarh Airport flight.
Getting from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to central Chandigarh
Chandigarh Airport to central Chandigarh is roughly 3 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
C$347 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Chandigarh Airport. Return flights start at C$920. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to IXC. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Chandigarh Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Melbourne to Chandigarh Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Chandigarh. July is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Chandigarh Airport (IXC), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a Melbourne to IXC flight ticket departing in June if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chandigarh to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
January has temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Chandigarh Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chandigarh
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Chandigarh right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Chandigarh Airport:
Nek Chand’s Rock Garden of Chandigarh and Capitol Complex are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Chandigarh must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Rock Garden.
Explore more of India
Delhi is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chandigarh. Around 225 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Akshardham Park, Gurudwara Temple and Masjid مسجد.
Your trip through India wouldn't be complete without a stop in Gorakhpur. Sahid Satpal Singh Park Gorakhpur is a highlight in this destination, which is around 177 kilometres south-west of Chandigarh.
