Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
IXC
ICAO Code
VICG
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport (Chandigarh, IXC) has a single integrated passenger terminal serving domestic and a limited number of international routes. It serves Chandigarh and the surrounding tri-city region (Chandigarh, Mohali, Panchkula).

Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport
Elevation: 308 m
30.6735, 76.7885

Terminal Guide for Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport #

The airport uses one terminal building for all passenger operations with separate zones for arrivals and departures; check‑in, security and gates are close together, making transfers within the terminal straightforward.

Getting to and From Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport #

Travel time to Chandigarh city centre is typically 20-40 minutes by road, depending on traffic and your exact destination.

  • Taxis & app cabs: Readily available from the rank; fares vary by distance.
  • Buses/shuttles: Regional bus services connect the airport with surrounding towns on scheduled routes.
  • Car hire: Rental cars are available at the terminal.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport #

Facilities reflect an airport serving a regional metro area.

  • Lounges: A business lounge is typically available - check access rules.
  • Food & drink: Several cafés and quick‑service outlets operate landside and airside.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Public Wi‑Fi and charging points are usually provided.
  • Other services: Car hire, taxi desks and basic passenger assistance are available on site.

Hotels and Layovers at Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport (Chandigarh) #

No large on‑site airport hotel; most hotels are in Chandigarh city or nearby Mohali/Panchkula (20-40 minutes by car). For early flights choose hotels that offer airport shuttles or quick taxi access.

Tips for Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport #

  • Single terminal layout: Chandigarh operates from a single integrated terminal - check your airline’s designated check‑in desks on arrival to avoid walking between distant counters.
  • App taxis: App‑based ride services operate in the region - useful for fixed fares to city hotels if you prefer to avoid street taxis.

Weather & Climate near Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport #

Climate

Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with very hot summers (peaking in June) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 39°C. Moderate rainfall (999 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 144 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
OctoberNovemberApril
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
48°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).

75 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°
45%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.3h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

79 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
22°
45%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
14° 28°
38%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 6 mm.

93 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
19° 35°
29%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

May

May is hot with highs of 39°C and lows of 24°C. Light rainfall.

83 Excellent

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
31°C
Temperature
24° 39°
25%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

June

June is the hottest month with highs of 39°C and lows of 26°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).

79 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
32°C
Temperature
26° 39°
39%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 34°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (287 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
26° 34°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

287 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (267 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
25° 33°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

267 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
13.1h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (178 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° 33°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

178 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and clear sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
17° 31°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
0.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
11.3h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
11° 26°
43%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
0.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
22°
42%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
0.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

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