Is Chandigarh Airport open for international flights?

Is Chandigarh Airport open for international flights?

Over six years after Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Chandigarh International Airport on September 11, 2015, the airport still has only two international flights – to Sharjah and Dubai, which were also stalled multiple times amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

Is Chandigarh Airport working?

The Chandigarh international airport is likely to resume operations by June following the Airport Authority of India (AAI) guidelines for opening the domestic sector.

Who is the owner of Chandigarh Airport?

Chandigarh International Airport Limited (CHIAL) is a joint venture company incorporated under companies Act, 2013 by Airports Authority of India (AAI) in association with Government of Punjab and Government of Haryana Government.

Is Mohali and Chandigarh airport same?

It is the same thing. Do not get confused. Since both Punjab & Haryana holds stakes in the Mohali Airport, so it is termed as both Chandigarh and Mohali Airport. The new international terminal as stated above falls in the village of Punjab.

Does Chandigarh have international airport?

Operated by the Indian Air Force and the Airports Authority of India, Chandigarh Airport boasts of an eco-friendly international terminal and is well-connected to significant Indian cities.

Why Chandigarh Airport is closed in the night?

The Chandigarh airport is closed for five hours every day due to maintenance work on the runway, and installation of runway lighting system. According to the Airport Chief Executive Officer, Ajay Bhardwaj, the airport is currently closed from 11 pm to 4:30 am.

Can we stay overnight in Chandigarh Airport?

0172-2624413 5.00 a.m. to 09.00 p.m. Cloak Room facility is provided at ISBT, Sector-17 & ISBT-43 for 24 hours. Accommodation is available at reasonable rates at ISBT-43 also. When it comes to security, Chandigarh Mohali Airport is no exception.

How many runways are there in Chandigarh airport?

Runway. The airport has single runway 11/29. From 2017 to 2019, the runway went through a major upgrade and repair that was completed on 9 April 2019. The expanded runway with approach lighting is 12,400 ft (3,800 m) long with effective take-off length of runway 10,400 ft (3,200 m).

Is Mohali and Chandigarh Airport same?

Is Chandigarh Airport open 24 hours?

Since 10 April 2019, the airport is available for 24 hour operations.

Why is Chandigarh Airport called IXC?

Chandigarh Airport (IATA: IXC, ICAO: VICG) is a customs airport serving the union territory Chandigarh, Mohali, Punjab, and Panchkula, Haryana, respectively.

What is famous to buy in Chandigarh?

Shopping In Chandigarh

• Things To Buy In Chandigarh.
• Phulkari. Phulkari, a type of craft that involves simple embroidery works with great finishing touch is very popular in Chandigarh.
• Punjbai Dupattas.
• Juttis.
• Jams And Juices.
• Woolen Garments.
• Handlooms And Artifacts.