Cheap Flights from Sharjah to Chandigarh

You can catch direct flights from Sharjah to Chandigarh with Air India Express, the only airline offering flights on this route. Alternatively, it will also be fairly straightforward to make the trip with a stopover somewhere but this will add on time to your journey. You may also consider making the short drive south into Dubai and catch a direct flight out of Dubai International Airport if flight times are more convenient for you. You can also check out our guide to finding cheap flights to India.

* This information is correct as of February 2019

Airport Information - Arriving

Chandigarh International Airport is comprised of one main passenger terminal which opened up in 2015 as well as a VIP terminal. The airport is located 15 km from the center of Chandigarh and mostly handles domestic flights. When you have landed at the airport, taxis are readily available and car rental is also an option. Alternatively, there are local buses which offer a cheaper route into the city. The airport offers a decent range of amenities and services for travelers. If you are feeling hungry you can visit the canteen area or enjoy a meal at the airport restaurant. Duty-free shopping is also available as are a few gift and travel shops to pick up any last-minute basics.

Airport Information - Departing

Sharjah International Airport is located 15 km from central Sharjah and is housed within a single terminal complex. If you don’t want to take a taxi or drive yourself to the airport, you can catch the airport bus which runs from central Sharjah to the airport. However, if you do plan on driving yourself you’ll find plenty of short- and long-term parking spaces available. You find everything you would need at the airport for an enjoyable experience including a food court area which boasts a variety of fast food outlets and other eateries as well as extensive duty-free shopping. You can also connect to the airport’s free Wi-Fi network.

What to Expect in Chandigarh

Check out the top hotels in Chandigarh to make the most of your visit. Chandigarh experiences very hot weather during the summer with average highs of over 38 degrees in May and June and warm weather across the rest of the year. The rainy season commences in June and carries on until August, so it may be best to avoid visiting at this time. If you are a UAE national traveling to India, you can apply online for an e-visa before your journey which will let you stay for up to 60 days. Chandigarh is renowned as India’s first planned city and a place of great modernity, with many fascinating architectural gems and beautiful gardens worth visiting. Prices will be a little steeper in Chandigarh compared to other Indian cities, but you’ll still find things are a lot cheaper compared to Sharjah.