Flying from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Chandigarh Airport (IXC): what you need to know
The timezone in Chandigarh is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Muscat.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MCT to IXC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Muscat International Airport to Chandigarh Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between MCT and IXC:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Chandigarh Airport flight is P9,441. A round-trip plane ticket right now is P19,208. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MCT to IXC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Muscat International Airport to Chandigarh Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MCT to IXC.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Muscat International Airport to Chandigarh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Muscat International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 85.46% of flights that depart MCT arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Muscat International Airport from central Muscat, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MCT? If you're boarding an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Chandigarh Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IXC if you have a late Muscat International Airport to Chandigarh Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Venture beyond Chandigarh and explore places that usually fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Chandigarh Airport rental car from Europcar.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Chandigarh Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
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.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Muscat International Airport to Chandigarh Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Chandigarh. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Muscat International Airport to Chandigarh Airport, think about the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Chandigarh, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MCT to IXC in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Chandigarh is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south of Chandigarh, a trip to Delhi will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Naqqar Khana, Sita ram park and JU Park-2.
Jaipur is another standout destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south of Chandigarh. No trip is complete without a visit to Amber Fort, Hawa mahal museum and City Palace.
