{"response": {"Key": "IXC-IN", "orig": {"code": "IXC", "type": "airport", "city": "Chandigarh", "fullCity": "Chandigarh, India", "airport": "Chandigarh Airport"}, "dest": {"code": "IN", "type": "country", "country": "India"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "Which cities in India can I fly to from Chandigarh?", "answer": "From Chandigarh you can fly non-stop to major Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Chennai. For smaller cities such as Jaipur, Lucknow, or Kochi, you typically connect through Delhi or Mumbai. Delhi is the most common hub for onward flights across India."}, "q1": {"question": "How long is the flight from Chandigarh to India?", "answer": "Since Chandigarh is already in India, flights to other Indian cities are domestic. Non-stop flights to Delhi take about 1 hour, while flights to Mumbai or Bangalore may take 2 to 3 hours non-stop or 4 to 6 hours with a connection."}, "q2": {"question": "Are there direct flights from Chandigarh to India?", "answer": "Chandigarh is already in India, so domestic flights connect Chandigarh to other Indian cities. Non‑stop routes from Chandigarh include Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and others on airlines such as IndiGo, Air India and Vistara. Flight times are short, for example around one hour to Delhi."}, "q3": {"question": "Which airlines fly from Chandigarh to India?", "answer": "Chandigarh and the destination are in the same country, so no international flights are needed. Domestic carriers like IndiGo, Air India and Vistara serve routes from Chandigarh."}, "q6": {"question": "What are the most popular cities to visit in India?", "answer": "India offers many highlights. Delhi is the common gateway with historic sites and cuisine. Agra for the Taj Mahal, Jaipur for forts and palaces, and coastal Goa for beaches. Direct flights from Chandigarh make these easy to reach."}, "q12": {"question": "When is the best time of year to visit India?", "answer": "For India, November to March is generally the best time across most regions, offering comfortable weather and avoiding the extreme heat and monsoon rains. Summer months, particularly April to June, can be intensely hot and humid, especially in the north and central plains. The monsoon season from July to September brings heavy rainfall, which can disrupt travel but also offers lush landscapes and lower prices in some areas."}, "q13": {"question": "How do I get to Chandigarh Airport from the city center?", "answer": "Chandigarh Airport (IXC) is about 12 km from the city center in Mohali, Punjab. The most popular and affordable public transport is the CTU (Chandigarh Transport Undertaking) air-conditioned bus that runs from Sector 17 and other points; auto-rickshaws and app-based ride‑share services like Uber or Ola are widely available and offer door-to-door convenience at a moderate cost. Metered taxis and pre‑paid taxi counters at the terminal provide a reliable fixed‑fare option, while driving yourself is straightforward via the airport road with paid short‑term and long‑term parking at the terminal. The CTU bus is the cheapest, but a taxi or ride‑share is typically the fastest and most comfortable for travelers with luggage.", "toolsUsed": ["article_lookup"], "references": [{"url": "https://airportia.com/india/chandigarh-airport", "title": "Chandigarh Airport IXC: Live Arrivals, Departures & Flight Status | Airportia", "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chandigarh_Airport", "title": "Chandigarh Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-17T12:47:21Z"}, {"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"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chandigarh%20Airport", "title": "Chandigarh Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-19T17:21:53Z"}, {"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"}]}}}}