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    "orig": {
      "code": "DEL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Delhi",
      "fullCity": "Delhi, India",
      "airport": "Indira Gandhi Intl Airport"
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      "code": "IXC",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Chandigarh",
      "fullCity": "Chandigarh, India",
      "airport": "Chandigarh Airport"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Delhi to Chandigarh?",
        "answer": "The flight from Delhi to Chandigarh is about 150 miles and typically takes 1 hour and 5 minutes. The return leg is also about 1 hour and 5 minutes, so the jet stream does not meaningfully affect this short route.",
        "methodology": "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.",
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      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Chandigarh?",
        "answer": "Chandigarh Airport (IXC) is about 12 km from the city center, and the most practical option is a prepaid taxi or app-based ride-hailing service like Uber or Ola, which take around 20–30 minutes. There is no direct rail or metro link to the airport, but public buses operated by the Chandigarh Transport Undertaking (CTU) connect the airport to the city and nearby areas, though they are less frequent and slower. Car rentals are available but not commonly used for the short trip into town. Taxis and ride-shares are by far the most used and most reliable way to reach central Chandigarh.",
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        "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"
          },
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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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            "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"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Delhi to Chandigarh?",
        "answer": "No nonstop red-eye flights operate from Delhi to Chandigarh. One connecting itinerary exists whose long leg is an overnight flight: Air India Express departs Bengaluru (BLR) at 21:05 and arrives in Chandigarh at 00:15, landing just after midnight in the early hours, though this requires a lengthy layover in Bengaluru of about 13 hours and 45 minutes.",
        "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 Delhi to Chandigarh?",
        "answer": "IndiGo and Air India operate nonstop flights from Delhi to Chandigarh. IndiGo offers around 54 weekly flights with multiple departures throughout the day, while Air India provides about 42 weekly flights. Specific median fares are not listed, but both carriers maintain frequent daily service on this short domestic route.",
        "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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      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Delhi and Chandigarh?",
        "answer": "This is a short domestic route with frequent non‑stop flights, so connections are not typical. If you choose a connecting itinerary, the only practical hub is Delhi itself, as Chandigarh has limited onward links."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Chandigarh?",
        "answer": "October to March offers pleasant weather with cool, comfortable days and minimal rainfall, avoiding the summer heat and monsoon humidity."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Delhi to Chandigarh?",
        "answer": "For domestic flights within India, bring a government-issued photo ID like an Aadhaar card, passport, or driver’s license, and a payment method for any baggage fees; no visa or vaccination certificate is required."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Chandigarh?",
        "answer": "Chandigarh has only one airport, Chandigarh International Airport, which serves the city and is located about 12 kilometres from the city centre."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Indira Gandhi Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From Delhi city center, the fastest and most popular option is the Delhi Metro's Airport Express Line, which connects New Delhi Railway Station to Terminal 3 in about 20 minutes. DTC and private air-conditioned buses also serve the airport, though they are slower due to traffic. App-based ride-shares and prepaid taxis are widely available and offer door-to-door convenience at a higher cost. Driving and parking are possible, with both short-term and long-term lots at the airport, but navigating Delhi's congestion can be challenging.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://hongkongairport.com/sites/en/passenger-guide/overseas-airports-information/delhi.page",
            "title": "Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport, Passenger Guide - Hong Kong International Airport",
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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"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.civilaviation.gov.in/taxonomy/term/180",
            "title": "Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi | Ministry of Civil Aviation",
            "time_published": "2026-03-30T10:57:53Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Delhi",
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            "time_published": "2026-06-07T13:07:46Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://hongkongairport.com/en/transport/to-from-airport/index.page",
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Chandigarh airport?",
        "answer": "Chandigarh Airport (IXC) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods within the terminal. However, several nearby hotels are located within a short distance, such as the Ramada Plaza Chandigarh Zirakpur (5 km away) and The Lalit Chandigarh (3.4 km away), though no airport shuttle is mentioned. For resting inside the terminal, airside Plaza Premium lounges are available in both domestic and international areas for a fee.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chandigarh_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-17T12:47:21Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/reviews/chandigarh-airport-reviews.htm",
            "title": "Chandigarh   Airport Reviews (IXC) – Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2024-04-14T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://airportia.com/india/chandigarh-airport",
            "title": "Chandigarh Airport IXC: Live Arrivals, Departures & Flight Status | Airportia",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chandigarh%20Airport",
            "title": "Chandigarh Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-19T17:21:53Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.mapsofindia.com/maps/chandigarh/airport-map.html",
            "title": "Chandigarh Airport Map: Address, Domestic & International Terminals",
            "time_published": "2026-04-17T00:00:00Z"
          }
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Chandigarh Airport?",
        "answer": "Chandigarh Airport (IXC) provides free Wi‑Fi throughout the terminal, with access points in the departure and arrival areas; you can connect by selecting the airport network and following a simple sign‑in process. Currency exchange counters and ATMs are available in the arrival and departure halls for converting money or withdrawing Indian rupees. Prayer rooms or chapels are not explicitly mentioned in the available information, so that facility cannot be confirmed.",
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            "title": "IXC Arrivals at Chandigarh Airport: Flight Status & Live Schedule | Airportia",
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            "url": "https://airportia.com/india/chandigarh-airport/departures",
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            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Delhi to Chandigarh?",
        "answer": "The most common aircraft on the nonstop Delhi–Chandigarh route are the Airbus A320-200 Neo and the Airbus A321-100, with the A320-100 also appearing occasionally. Air India operates the A320-200 Neo and shares the A321-100 with IndiGo, while IndiGo also flies the A320-100. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and connecting itineraries typically use the same A320 family or Boeing 737s.",
        "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 Delhi to Chandigarh?",
        "answer": "Two airlines operate nonstop from Delhi (DEL) to Chandigarh (IXC): IndiGo (6E) and Air India (AI). Air India is a member of Star Alliance, while IndiGo is an independent carrier that does not belong to any global alliance. Other alliances may reach Chandigarh via connecting itineraries, but no SkyTeam or oneworld carrier flies this route nonstop.",
        "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.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Delhi?",
        "answer": "When departing from Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, you have several lounge options depending on your terminal. In Terminal 3 (used for both domestic and international flights), Encalm Lounges are available airside with 24-hour access, offering Wi‑Fi, flight monitors, and complimentary shoe shines; a Domestic Lounge on the mezzanine level also accepts Priority Pass and allows a two‑hour stay. Terminal 1D and Terminal 2 each have their own Encalm Lounge, and The Centurion Lounge is located in Terminal 1D for eligible American Express cardholders. Access to Encalm Lounges is typically available via Priority Pass, select credit cards (including Amex Platinum), or by paying a walk‑in fee; business‑class passengers on partner airlines may also be eligible. Note that alcohol is chargeable in some lounges, and children under six are usually admitted free with an adult.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-in/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/DEL",
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            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/india/indira-gandhi-international",
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            "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/airport-guides/new-delhi-indira-gandhi-international",
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            "url": "https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-centurion-card-idc-en/DEL/Domestic-Lounge-Terminal-3-Domestic-xR0EFjQGOr/",
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            "time_published": "2026-03-18T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://hongkongairport.com/sites/en/passenger-guide/overseas-airports-information/delhi.page",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Delhi to Chandigarh?",
        "answer": "Baggage rules depend on the airline and fare type. For domestic flights like Delhi to Chandigarh, basic fares may not include checked baggage, while standard economy typically allows 15 kg checked and one carry-on bag. Always confirm with your airline before flying."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Delhi to Chandigarh?",
        "answer": "Delhi to Chandigarh flights typically offer Economy class only; Premium Economy and flat‑bed Business are not common on this short domestic route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and higher cabins typically allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic fares often do not."
      }
    }
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