Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport (IXC) — complete Chandigarh airport guide
Quick answer: Chandigarh's Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport (IXC) serves the Tricity (Chandigarh, Mohali, Panchkula) and is a civil enclave with a modern terminal. Winter fog can cause significant morning delays from December to January, so favour later departures in that window. It is about 12 km from the city.
Last reviewed June 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · airport facts cross-checked against the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and the airport operator · live Chandigarh fares are found in the FlightGPT search above.
Chandigarh airport (IXC) — quick facts
- IATA / ICAO code: IXC / VICG
- City served: Chandigarh, Chandigarh (UT)
- Distance to city: ≈ 12 km to central Chandigarh
- Operator: Airports Authority of India (AAI) / civil enclave
- Traffic: ~4 million passengers a year, serving the Tricity region.
Terminals at Chandigarh airport
A modern integrated terminal for domestic and limited international flights. Winter fog is the single biggest disruption risk — check status before early-morning travel.
How to get from Chandigarh airport to the city
- App cabs and the pre-paid taxi counter to the Tricity.
- CTU buses and pre-arranged transfers.
Airlines flying from Chandigarh (IXC)
IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air and SpiceJet domestically, plus select Gulf services.
Lounges at IXC
A partner lounge in the terminal; access via Priority Pass, eligible credit cards or pay-per-use.
Popular flights from Chandigarh
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport (IXC) from Chandigarh city?
Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport is about 12 km to central Chandigarh from Chandigarh.
How many terminals does Chandigarh airport (IXC) have, and which should I use?
A modern integrated terminal for domestic and limited international flights. Winter fog is the single biggest disruption risk — check status before early-morning travel.
How do I get from Chandigarh airport to the city?
App cabs and the pre-paid taxi counter to the Tricity. CTU buses and pre-arranged transfers.
Which airlines fly from Chandigarh (IXC)?
IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air and SpiceJet domestically, plus select Gulf services.
Does IXC airport have lounges?
A partner lounge in the terminal; access via Priority Pass, eligible credit cards or pay-per-use.
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