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      "code": "IXC",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Chandigarh",
      "fullCity": "Chandigarh, India",
      "airport": "Chandigarh Airport"
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      "code": "DEL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Delhi",
      "fullCity": "Delhi, India",
      "airport": "Indira Gandhi Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Chandigarh to Delhi?",
        "answer": "The flight from Chandigarh to Delhi is about 150 miles and typically takes 65 minutes nonstop. IndiGo and Air India both operate daily service on this route, with frequent departures throughout the day.",
        "methodology": "Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.",
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      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Chandigarh to Delhi?",
        "answer": "Yes, IndiGo (6E) and Air India (AI) both fly nonstop from Chandigarh to Delhi, with daily service on each. IndiGo operates up to 8 flights a day and Air India up to 8, giving around 96 weekly nonstops combined. The flight takes about 65 minutes on average.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.",
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      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Delhi?",
        "answer": "From Delhi airport, the Delhi Metro is the fastest and most popular way into the city center, with the Airport Express Line reaching New Delhi station in about 20 minutes. Taxis and ride-share services like Uber and Ola are widely available and offer door-to-door convenience, taking around 30–45 minutes depending on traffic. Public buses run by DTC also serve the airport but are slower and less comfortable. Car rentals are an option but rarely used for city-center trips due to traffic and parking challenges.",
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            "url": "https://hongkongairport.com/sites/en/passenger-guide/overseas-airports-information/delhi.page",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indira%20Gandhi%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Indira Gandhi International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-05-01T11:11:01Z"
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            "title": "Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi | Ministry of Civil Aviation",
            "time_published": "2026-03-30T10:57:53Z"
          },
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            "time_published": "2026-06-07T13:07:46Z"
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Chandigarh to Delhi?",
        "answer": "Yes, overnight red‑eye flights operate nonstop from Chandigarh (IXC) to Delhi (DEL). IndiGo (6E) offers daily departures at 21:00 and 21:55, while Air India (AI) has a daily departure at 22:05. On this short route these late‑evening flights land before midnight, so they arrive the same night rather than the next morning.",
        "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.",
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      "q7": {
        "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Chandigarh to Delhi?",
        "answer": "IndiGo and Air India operate nonstop flights from Chandigarh to Delhi. IndiGo offers up to 54 weekly flights, while Air India has around 42 weekly flights. Both carriers run daily service throughout the day.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
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      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Delhi?",
        "answer": "October to March offers pleasant temperatures and clear skies, avoiding the summer heat and monsoon humidity."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Chandigarh to Delhi?",
        "answer": "For domestic flights within India, carry a valid government-issued photo ID such as Aadhaar card, driver's license, or passport. No visa or travel authorization is needed, and no vaccination certificates are currently mandatory for domestic travel. Have a payment method ready for any baggage fees."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Delhi?",
        "answer": "Delhi has only one commercial airport, Indira Gandhi International Airport, which serves all flights to the city."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Chandigarh Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "To reach Chandigarh Airport from the city center, the Chandigarh Transport Undertaking (CTU) runs public buses to the airport, which is the most popular and affordable option. Ride-share services like Uber and Ola, as well as local taxis, are readily available and offer a faster, more comfortable ride at a higher cost. Driving and parking is also an option, with parking facilities at the airport, but it is less common for short trips like Delhi. The taxi or ride-share is generally the fastest, while the bus is the most economical.",
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            "url": "https://airportia.com/india/chandigarh-airport",
            "title": "Chandigarh Airport IXC: Live Arrivals, Departures & Flight Status | Airportia",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-07-17T12:47:21Z"
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            "url": "https://airportia.com/india/chandigarh-airport/departures",
            "title": "IXC Departures from Chandigarh Airport: Flight Status & Live Schedule | Airportia",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chandigarh%20Airport",
            "title": "Chandigarh Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-19T17:21:53Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://airportia.com/india/chandigarh-airport/arrivals",
            "title": "IXC Arrivals at Chandigarh Airport: Flight Status & Live Schedule | Airportia",
            "time_published": "2026-05-01T00:00:00Z"
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        ]
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Delhi airport?",
        "answer": "Delhi Airport (DEL) has a transit hotel and sleeping pods inside Terminal 3, both airside and landside, with no shuttle needed. The Holiday Inn Express is connected to Terminal 3 via a covered walkway, and numerous hotels in the Aerocity district are just a short shuttle ride away.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/new-delhi-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "New Delhi Airport Guide (DEL) - Sleeping in Airports",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-01T17:37:09Z"
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            "url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/asia/delhi.htm",
            "title": "New Delhi Airport Guide (DEL) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-04-13T19:27:41Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://all.accor.com/a/tr/destination/place/hotels-indira-gandhi-international-airport-ci551.html",
            "title": "Indira Gandhi Uluslararası Havalimanı, Yeni Delhi yakınındaki oteller: all.accor.com ile rezervasyon yapın",
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            "url": "https://all.accor.com/a/id/destination/place/hotels-indira-gandhi-international-airport-ci551.html",
            "title": "Hotel di dekat Bandara Internasional Indira Gandhi, NEW DELHI: pesan dengan all.accor.com",
            "time_published": "2026-04-23T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/india/new-delhi/activities/new_delhi_airport_to_hotels_drop_private_transfers-X66OFJ",
            "title": "New Delhi Airport to Hotels drop: Private Transfers",
            "time_published": "2026-02-25T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indira%20Gandhi%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Indira Gandhi International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-05-01T11:11:01Z"
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Indira Gandhi Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) has currency exchange offices and banking services, prayer rooms, and Wi‑Fi. Money exchange and banking services are available across the terminals. Prayer rooms are provided for passengers. Free Wi‑Fi is offered throughout the airport.",
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            "url": "https://hongkongairport.com/sites/en/passenger-guide/overseas-airports-information/delhi.page",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terminal_1_IGI_Airport_metro_station",
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            "url": "https://hongkongairport.com/en/passenger-guide/airport-facilities-services",
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      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Chandigarh and Delhi airports?",
        "answer": "Chandigarh Airport (IXC) provides wheelchair assistance upon request through your airline, typically by contacting them at least 48 hours before travel; facilities for children are limited, so it's best to check with your carrier for any available services. Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) offers comprehensive accessibility services including dedicated check-in counters, wheelchair assistance, and accessible restrooms, with arrangements made through your airline in advance. Both airports follow standard procedures for passengers with reduced mobility, but DEL has more extensive infrastructure, while dedicated children's play areas are not prominently featured at either location.",
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            "url": "https://airportia.com/india/chandigarh-airport",
            "title": "Chandigarh Airport IXC: Live Arrivals, Departures & Flight Status | Airportia",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
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            "title": "IXC Arrivals at Chandigarh Airport: Flight Status & Live Schedule | Airportia",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assistance_for_airline_passengers_with_disabilities",
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            "time_published": "2025-09-29T17:44:25Z"
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            "url": "https://hongkongairport.com/sites/en/passenger-guide/overseas-airports-information/delhi.page",
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            "time_published": "2026-03-30T10:57:53Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Chandigarh to Delhi?",
        "answer": "On the Chandigarh to Delhi route, the most common aircraft are the Airbus A320-200 Neo and the Airbus A321-100, with the A320-100 also appearing occasionally. Air India and IndiGo operate these nonstop flights, so the exact aircraft can vary by day and airline. On connecting itineraries via Leh (IXL), the same A320-200 Neo is typical on both legs.",
        "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.",
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      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Chandigarh to Delhi?",
        "answer": "IndiGo, which operates the most weekly nonstop flights on this route, is not a member of any global alliance, while Air India belongs to Star Alliance. No other alliances are represented by the carriers that fly Chandigarh–Delhi nonstop, though oneworld or SkyTeam may offer connecting itineraries.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
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      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Chandigarh?",
        "answer": "Chandigarh Airport has a Primus Lounge available in both the domestic and international terminals. The domestic lounge is accessible 24 hours, while the international lounge operates from midnight to 11:59 PM. Access is available to American Express Platinum Card holders, and the lounges offer a comfortable space with seating and refreshments.",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-17T12:47:21Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/india/chandigarh",
            "title": "Chandigarh International Airport IXC Lounges - IXC Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-in/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/IXC",
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            "time_published": "2026-05-04T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-ca/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/IXC",
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            "url": "https://airportia.com/india/chandigarh-airport",
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      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Chandigarh to Delhi?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on Chandigarh to Delhi flights varies by airline and fare type. Basic economy tickets are restrictive and may not include checked baggage, while standard economy fares typically include one checked bag up to 15 kg and a carry-on bag. Always confirm with your airline before travel."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Chandigarh to Delhi?",
        "answer": "Chandigarh to Delhi flights typically offer Economy only, as the short domestic route rarely features Premium Economy or flat‑bed Business class."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and higher‑cabin tickets often permit same‑day changes or standby, while basic fares typically do not."
      }
    }
  }
}