Travelling from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to Leh Airport (IXL): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for around 1 hour 1 minute. That's the average time for a direct flight from Chandigarh Airport to Leh Airport. Chandigarh and Leh share the same timezone — UTC+5:30.
Each week, there are 4 flights from Chandigarh Airport to Leh Airport. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, opt for the 08:45 Air India flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure from IXC to IXL is 11:30 with IndiGo.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Getting to Leh (and seeing more of India!) is a breeze with IndiGo. This popular carrier runs direct flights from Chandigarh Airport to Leh Airport.
Finding a stopover for flights from Chandigarh Airport to Leh Airport is simple with our search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options. Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is a popular stopover when travelling from IXC to IXL.
You won't need your passport or a visa for travel within India. You will need a valid form of identification though, such as an ID card or driver's license. Put them on your packing list after booking your cheap ticket from IXC to IXL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to Leh Airport (IXL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chandigarh Airport to Leh Airport is $50. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $105. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 5 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from IXC to IXL.
January is the cheapest month for tickets from Chandigarh Airport to Leh Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time checking for cheap tickets from IXC to IXL every day.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chandigarh Airport to Leh Airport.
Handy information about Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
Chandigarh Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Chandigarh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 22 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Chandigarh Airport to Leh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near IXC:
Arriving at Leh Airport (IXL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chandigarh Airport to Leh Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IXL instead:
Getting from Leh Airport (IXL) to central Leh
From Leh Airport, Leh is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 7 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Leh Airport (IXL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chandigarh Airport to Leh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Leh in April.
Book your flight from Chandigarh Airport to Leh Airport for August if you'd like to go to Leh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between -2ºC and 10ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -31ºC and -13ºC. Search for cheap tickets from IXC to IXL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Leh
After locking in your flights from IXC to IXL, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Leh. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
Shanti Stupa and Leh Post Office are just two of the top attractions to add to your Leh to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Sankar Monastery.
Complete your Leh trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Leh Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Leh trip.