Flying from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Chandigarh Airport to Ahmedabad Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Chandigarh and Ahmedabad share the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
Each week, there are 12 Chandigarh Airport to Ahmedabad Airport flights. If you want to get going early, select the 11:40 IndiGo flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 19:15 with IndiGo.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your IXC to AMD flight.
Flying during a peak time such as December? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Ahmedabad (and then seeing more of India!) is a snap with IndiGo. This popular airline offers direct flights from Chandigarh Airport to Ahmedabad Airport.
The majority of travelers choose to fly with IndiGo on this route.
With 72.94% of services arriving as scheduled, IndiGo is the most punctual carrier operating IXC to AMD flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chandigarh Airport to Ahmedabad Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between IXC and AMD:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Jaipur Airport
Jammu Airport
Handy information about Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
Of the departures from Chandigarh Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Chandigarh Airport from central Chandigarh, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near IXC. Whether you have an early flight from Chandigarh Airport to Ahmedabad Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to AMD if you have a late Chandigarh Airport to Ahmedabad Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Venture beyond Ahmedabad and check out places that usually fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Ahmedabad Airport rental car from Europcar.
Reserving your ride from Ahmedabad Airport about two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) to central Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad Airport to the center of Ahmedabad has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometers away.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
November is the most popular month for flights from Chandigarh Airport to Ahmedabad Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Ahmedabad in July.
Before locking in your flight from Chandigarh Airport to Ahmedabad Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Ahmedabad, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IXC to AMD sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Ahmedabad has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be discovered. About 451 kilometers south of Ahmedabad, a trip to Mumbai will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive View Sunset Point.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in India, consider Surat, roughly 209 kilometers south of Ahmedabad. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple, Shri Mahakaleshwar Mahadev and BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir Trust are key reasons to visit.