Currently, Shimla does not have its own airport. To assist your travel, we have identified the best nearby flight options. Travel from Shimla to New Delhi covering a distance of 360 by road and fly directly to Shimla from there. Book on Cleartrip to get the best Chandigarh to Shimla flights ticket price.
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Since Shimla does not have its own airport, the easiest way to travel on this route is to fly to a nearby hub city and complete the remaining journey by road. Here is how to plan your Chandigarh to Shimla flight booking:
New Delhi is the nearest airport to Shimla, 360 away. Book the cheapest flight from Chandigarh to New Delhi on Cleartrip and take a taxi, bus, or cab to complete your journey to Shimla.
Amritsar is another viable option, located 240 from Shimla. Flight tickets from Chandigarh to Amritsar are available across multiple airlines with frequent departures and competitive fares throughout the day.
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Chandigarh is a union territory serving as the joint capital of Punjab and Haryana. Designed by architect Le Corbusier, it is India's first planned modern city. Known for clean wide roads, organized sectors, beautiful gardens, and modernist architecture.
The best time to visit Chandigarh is September to November and February to April with temperatures between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius. Winters can be cold. Summers from May to June are hot.
Chandigarh has CTU buses, auto-rickshaws, and app-based cabs. The grid layout makes navigation simple.
Chandigarh offers unique modernist architecture, beautiful gardens, a clean cityscape, and a relaxed quality of life.
Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport (IATA: IXC) is about 19 km from the city centre in Mohali. It has domestic and international terminals handling flights to major Indian cities and Dubai. Connected via pre-paid taxis, app-based cabs, and CTU bus line 213. Handles about 4.5 million passengers annually.
Shimla is the capital of Himachal Pradesh and the former summer capital of British India. Set among pine and deodar forests on the Himalayan foothills at 2,200 metres, Shimla is known for its colonial architecture, the Ridge, Mall Road, and the iconic toy train connecting it to Kalka.
The best time to visit Shimla is March to June for pleasant weather (15-25 degrees) and December to February for snowfall. Monsoon from July to September brings heavy rain and occasional landslides.
Shimla has local buses, taxis, and a lift connecting the lower town to the Ridge. Walking is the best way to explore Mall Road.
Shimla offers colonial charm, the UNESCO toy train, mountain views, pleasant summers, and winter snowfall experiences.
Shimla Airport (IATA: SLV) is at Jubbarhatti, about 22 km from the city. One of India's shortest runways limits it to small aircraft. Handles limited flights to Delhi and Chandigarh. Connected via taxis. Chandigarh Airport (115 km) offers wider connectivity.
A little preparation makes all the difference when travelling from Chandigarh to Shimla. Keep these tips in mind:
There are no direct flights from Chandigarh to Shimla. You can fly to New Delhi and cover the remaining 360 to Shimla by road. To check the real-time flight schedule for Chandigarh to New Delhi, visit the Cleartrip website or app, enter your travel dates, and select your preferred timings. The platform will display all available flights with timings, durations, and fares so you can pick the best option.
Booking your Chandigarh to Shimla flight early comes with several benefits:
Book at least 3-4 weeks in advance, particularly during peak travel seasons and holidays.
Carry a valid government-issued photo ID along with your printed or digital e-ticket. Accepted documents include:
Cancellation charges vary by airline and ticket type. Cleartrip charges a non-refundable fee of INR 300 for domestic cancellations. All refund requests must be raised through Cleartrip. No-shows and partially used tickets are non-refundable. Online cancellations via your Cleartrip account attract lower fees compared to offline requests.
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