Air India connects Chandigarh, the city of beauty, to Lucknow, the city of Nawabs, with 18 (*frequency varies) daily flights. From spacious seating and attentive service to delicious onboard meals and in-flight entertainment, we ensure that you arrive in Lucknow refreshed and ready to explore. Be it for business, family, or leisure, choose Air India for your travel and fly directly from Chandigarh to Lucknow in comfort. Experience the same convenience and comfort on your return journey with Air India's Lucknow to Chandigarh Flights.
With over 18 daily connections from Chandigarh to Lucknow, you can select the flight of your choice from both business and economy classes. Book flights with Air India from Chandigarh to Lucknow and cover 700 km / 465 Miles in just 3 hours and 10 minutes with multiple options to choose from and convenient flight timings, Air India ensures a hassle-free arrival at your destination.
Chandigarh to Lucknow flight distance | 700 km / 465 Miles |
Chandigarh to Lucknow flights | 18 |
Direct flights from Chandigarh to Lucknow | 0 |
Chandigarh to Lucknow flight duration | 3 hours and 10 minutes |
Chandigarh to Lucknow flight ticket price | Business class: INR 37,711 | Economy class: INR 5,759 |
First flight from Chandigarh airport | AI 1862 departs at 08:30 |
Last flight from Chandigarh airport | AI 1879 departs at 21:45 |
* The above information is subject to change without prior notice.
Chandigarh and Lucknow are two among the top-most upcoming cities of India. Air India is proud to operate several reliable services between the two. Travel comfortably with the country’s national carrier at highly competitive airfares.
Chandigarh is a modernist marvel designed by Le Corbusier. It is a clean, orderly union territory with an economy driven by government administration, robust educational institutions, and emerging technology parks. The local food culture is undeniably Punjabi with buttery tandoori rotis, rich dal makhani, and refreshing sweet lassi, captivating the senses of residents and visitors alike.
Lucknow distinguishes itself with regal contrast, boasting a historical heritage of the Nawabs of Awadh. The city's economy runs on equal parts traditional arts like exquisite Chikankari hand-embroidery, fast-growing manufacturing, real estate, and retail sectors. Lucknow’s culinary scene enjoys a legendary status. The city is known for its melt-in-your-mouth Galouti kebabs, fragrant Lucknowi biryanis, and delicate shahi tukda.
Be it online flight ticket booking or special assistance at the airport, everything is easier with Air India.
Air India’s web check-in feature lets guests check in online within 48 hours of departure. Use this option to save time at the airport. A margin of two hours is more than enough at IXC to gain entry, check in any baggage, complete security, and relax before the flight. Upon landing in Lucknow, follow the overhead signs directly to the ground-level arrivals area to claim your bags.
Make sure to bring a valid physical government photo identity card along for verification at multiple points at IXC. Pack any sharp objects securely inside your checked luggage, as security personnel will confiscate them from handbags. You must carry any personal liquids in your carry-on baggage. These must remain under 100 ml per individual container. Follow the instructions given by CISF personnel to clear screening swiftly.
Winter–Peak Season (October to March): The perfect time to visit, thanks to the invitingly pleasant weather that makes city exploration much more satisfying.
Virasat Festival: Held during the cooler autumn months, this cultural celebration fills the city with song and dance. A great time to visit to witness a livelier Lucknow.
Summer (April to June): The city sees a stark rise in the mercury during these months, making it best to limit your sightseeing excursions to early morning hours.
Monsoon (July to September): Refreshing rain showers turn parts of the city awe-inspiringly verdant, though outdoor walking itineraries require umbrellas and caution.
Follow these five simple steps to book your online tickets effortlessly:
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Visit the Air India website | Enter your trip details | Choose your preferred flight | Fill in passenger details and proceed to payment | Check your email or SMS for booking confirmation |
Follow these simple steps to check your flight status effortlessly:
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Click the ‘Flight Status’ tab under 'Book and Manage' | Enter the flight number and date | Click 'Show Flights' to retrieve the flight status |
Follow these steps to check your flight schedule:
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Click the 'Flight Schedule' tab under 'Book and Manage' | Choose your travel type and enter the dates | Select Chandigarh as the departure and Lucknow as the arrival | Click 'Submit' for an instant update on your flight schedule |
Follow these steps to save time and secure your preferred seats by completing a web check-in for your Air India flights:
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Complete your web check-in here | Enter the Booking Reference Number and guest's last name | Select the number of guests and your preferred seats | Make payment, if required, to complete the check-in process | Check your email or SMS for boarding pass |
Note: Guests can check in 48 hours in advance and up to one hour before departure at the airport counter. The web check-in service is available up to 2 hours before departure for international and up to one hour for domestic flights.
For domestic flights, online check-in opens 48 hours and closes 2 hours before departure. Use the Air India app or website to secure your seat early.
Ensure that you carry one of the following valid documents:
Voter ID card
Aadhaar card
PAN card
Driver's licence
Government-issued student identity card
Disability ID card
Pension card
Passport
Note: Infants and minors need not carry any proof of identity when travelling with parents or guardians. Unaccompanied minors must carry any one of the proof-of-identity documents listed above.
Identification rules vary by age group. Infants require proof of age, such as a birth certificate, while minors (2–12 years) need a school ID card or Aadhaar card. Ensure the name matches the ticket to avoid boarding delays.
Children (2–12 Years): Must travel with an accompanying adult or be booked under Air India’s Unaccompanied Minor (UMNR) service if travelling alone.
A school ID card or Aadhaar card is accepted as identification.
Unaccompanied minors aged 5–12 years can travel only after prior booking of UMNR services through Air India’s website or customer care.
Senior citizens can present any government-issued ID, such as a Pension Card, Aadhaar, or Voter ID. If availing senior citizen concessions, the same ID used during booking must be presented during check-in.
Senior Citizens (60 Years and Above): Passengers aged 60 and above are eligible for senior citizen fares on domestic routes.
A government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, or Passport) must be presented at check-in to validate the concession.
Air India provides additional services such as priority boarding, wheelchair assistance, and dedicated check-in counters at major airports.
Priority Check-in: Available at dedicated counters at both Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport and Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport
Wheelchair Assistance: Can be pre-booked online or requested at the airport at least one hour before departure.
Boarding Help: Priority boarding and staff escorts are provided when required.
Airport | Chandigarh Airport | Lucknow airport |
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Full name | ||
IATA code | IXC | LKO |
Location | This airport is situated in Jhiurheri, Punjab, and shares its space with the Indian Air Force. | Located in Amausi, approximately 13 km/ 8 miles southeast of Lucknow city centre. |
Departure/ arrival terminal | Terminal 1 (Departure) | Terminal N (Arrival) |
Transportation | App-based cabs, Prepaid taxi | Taxi / cab, App-based ride-sharing services, Airport shuttle by hotels, Private car rentals, Autorickshaws |
Facilities | Wi-Fi services, Power stations, Duty-free shopping, Dining, Airport hotels, Transit services, Medical and first aid service, Family lounge/feeding room, Spa and wellness centres, USO lounges | Wi-Fi services, ATM and currency exchange, Local transport connectivity, Wheelchair assistance, Airport medical services, Restaurants and cafes |
Air India flies nonstop to around 127 destinations across the world. Air India, provides a vast network of partner airlines, codeshare, and interline airlines to provide hassle-free connections worldwide. In addition, we provide an impressive cabin experience, warm hospitality, and a rewarding loyalty programme that makes every journey memorable.
Chandigarh to Lucknow Flight Options
Being a Star Alliance member, the largest global airline consortium, Air India offers seamless connectivity and facilities to passengers all over the world. Air India, with its nonstop flights, connects over 40 destinations globally. With multiple alliance partners through codeshare, interline, and intermodal connections, our guests can now travel seamlessly to over 710 destinations globally.
Aircraft on the Chandigarh – Lucknow Route
Air India continues to invest in the latest aviation technology, and the recent record-breaking order of 470 new aircraft renews our commitment to provide an unforgettable inflight experience. At present, Air India takes to the skies with 128 narrow-body and wide-body Airbus and Boeing aircraft that fly passengers and transport cargo worldwide.
At Air India, we ensure you have a wonderful inflight experience across your travel.
Complimentary meals: Air India provides complimentary meals to all its passengers taking domestic flights. We have choices in meals to cater to a wide range of dietary and cultural needs.
Inflight magazine: Our newly launched inflight magazine, namaste.ai, offers a glimpse of the world's favourite travel destinations, culture, showbiz, and what's new in Air India.
Inflight entertainment: Catch up on the latest blockbuster movies and TV shows in multiple languages available on your seatback screen.
Seat Class | Cabin baggage | Checked baggage |
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Value | 7 kg/15.43 lb | 15 kg/33.06 lb |
Classic | 7 kg/15.43 lb | 20 kg/44.06 lb |
Flex | 7 kg/15.43 lb | 25 kg/55.11 lb |
Seat Class | Cabin baggage | Checked baggage |
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Eco Classic | 7 kg/15.43 lb | 15 kg/33.06 lb |
Eco Flex | 7 kg/15.43 lb | 25 kg/ 55.11 lb |
Seat Class | Cabin baggage | Checked baggage |
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Classic | 10 kg/22.04 lb | 25 kg/55.11 lb |
Flex | 10 kg/22.04 lb | 40 kg/88.16 lb |
Seat Class | Cabin baggage | Checked baggage |
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Flex | 10 kg/22.04 lb | 40 kg/ 88.18 lb |
Note: The weight limit for checked baggage varies based on the travel class and route.
On-ground services
‘Project Abhinandan’ is a step ahead in providing a personalised and hassle-free on-ground experience to our guests. From baggage handling to seamless transfers, and lounge access, our on-ground services ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey for you. Our Service Assurance Officers will be available at check-in areas or lounges, near the boarding gates, during transit, or at the arrival hall.
Onboard amenities
Air India offers elevated onboard amenities for every cabin class. When travelling first class, experience luxury in the sky with a comfortable 180-degree recline sleeperette and the two-abreast seating. Some of the other onboard amenities while flying with Air India include spacious cabins, comfortable seating, delicious meals, and a selection of inflight entertainment, making your air travel an experience to remember.
Frequent flyers on the Chandigarh to Lucknow flight can enhance their journeys through Maharaja Club, a frequent flyer programme that offers unparalleled privileges and exclusive benefits. Members earn and redeem Maharaja Points on every flight, with added perks for direct bookings through the Air India website or app.
Red: Entry-level with reward points and early offers.
Silver: Faster point accrual and priority check-in.
Gold: Lounge access and extra baggage allowance.
Platinum: Cabin upgrades, dedicated support, and elite recognition.
Earn 6–10 Maharaja Points per ₹100 spent, plus two bonus points for direct bookings. Points can be redeemed for flight tickets, upgrades, or partner services, and never expire for active members.
Priority check-in and boarding at Chandigarh and Lucknow.
Extra baggage allowance.
Access to over 1,000 lounges worldwide.
Family point pooling and upgrade vouchers
Lucknow is a warm and vibrant city in the heart of India, which is sure to captivate your attention through its world-renowned hospitality, Nawabi culture and culinary delights. Explore a city steeped in history, cultural diversity, and a myriad of literary experiences.
Lucknow experiences pleasant and favourable weather from October to March, ensuring a comfortable experience for outdoor activities. However, the mercury rises between April and June. Hence, traveller discretion is advised. There’s some respite from the heat between July to September during the monsoon season.
Bara Imambara: An architectural marvel renowned for its incredible Bhulbhulaiya labyrinth and grand, pillarless central hall layout.
The Residency: A deeply historic and serene complex preserving bullet-scarred ruins that tell poignant stories of the 1857 uprising.
Rumi Darwaza: An ornate, sixty-foot-tall signature gateway showcasing incredible Awadhi architecture modelled after traditional gates in Istanbul.
Chowk: The historic, bustling heart of the old city, where visitors can shop for authentic, exquisite hand-crafted Chikankari garments.
Monuments: Visit the ornate monuments of Bara Imambara, Chota Imambara, Rumi Darwaza, Residency, and Hazratganj Clock Tower.
City attractions: State Museum, Sharma Ji Ki Chai in Hazratganj, and lush gardens like Ambedkar Park or Janeshwar Mishra Park.
Shopping: Visit Hazratganj and Saharaganj Mall for high-end brands. Chowk Market, Aminabad Market, and Nakhas Market for traditional offerings.
Culinary treats: Local delicacies like 'Tunday Kababi' kebabs and 'Aminabad ki Chaat'. Fine dining at Oudhyana (Taj Mahal) and Vivanta by Taj.
Lucknow caters to a broad spectrum of travellers with a host of accommodation options.
Luxury stays in Lucknow
Taj Mahal, Lucknow: Located on the banks of the Gomti River, transporting you into an era of Nawabs.
Renaissance, Lucknow: Reserve a luxurious stay with stunning vistas overlooking the Ambedkar Memorial Park.
Hilton Garden Inn, Lucknow: Strategically located close to the business district and the airport.
Upscale/ Full-service stays
Hyatt Regency, Gomti Nagar: Located in the central business district with comprehensive dining options.
Novotel, Gomti Nagar: A 5-star experience in the heart of Lucknow offering top-tier hospitality.
Lebua, Lucknow: Blend of modernity and heritage at this boutique bungalow-turned-hotel.
Symmetrical Turkish-style archways of the grand Rumi Darwaza during evening golden hour.
Repeating brick corridors of the architectural labyrinth inside the Bara Imambara.
Atmospheric lanes of the historic Hazratganj market area for capturing old charm.
Lucknow Metro connecting the airport straight to the city’s central commercial zones.
App-based local cabs or auto services for moving door-to-door.
Traditional cycle-rickshaws for an authentic commute through narrow lanes of Aminabad.
Galouti Kebab: Visit legendary Tunday Kababi in Aminabad for patties infused with secret spices.
Prakash Kulfi: Indulge in rich, saffron-infused falooda kulfi in the lanes of Aminabad.
Malai Gilori: Delicate dessert wrapped in pristine layers of milk cream at Ram Asrey sweet shop.
Basket Chaat: Visit Royal Cafe in Hazratganj for a potato basket loaded with tangy chutneys.
Book directly with Air India for a chance to discover a lucrative, exclusive discount on the Chandigarh to Lucknow flight ticket fare. Download the Air India mobile app and get live notifications on your flight status.
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Air India operates 18 (*daily frequency varies) daily flights between Chandigarh and Lucknow
There are multiple flight options for the Chandigarh to Lucknow route. You can check the final schedule at any time and make the booking as per your convenience.
Chandigarh Airport is also known as Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport. The IATA code is IXC. Lucknow Airport is also known as Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport. The IATA code is LKO.
Once you have booked tickets and the payment is made, tickets are instantly confirmed.
Under a single group reservation, you can book up to 9 passengers, including adults and children. At the same time, infants can travel with adults under the same booking. However, be aware that this number may vary for business or first-class bookings owing to distinct seating arrangements on the aircraft. To make a bulk booking for 10 or more passengers, please send an email to GROUPBOOKING@AIRINDIA.COM.
A piece of baggage is officially considered 'lost' when we can't track it within 21 days from the report filing date. In such cases, you can file a claim request including detailed documentation of the following:
You can book flights up to 361 days in advance. International flights can be booked anytime until four hours before scheduled departure.
Yes, you can check and book multiple flights on the website. A maximum of 9 tickets can be booked under a single booking reference number.
No, there are 0 direct flights between Chandigarh to Lucknow .
At Lucknow airport, you will find multiple cab options to choose from, including local prepaid taxis and app-based cab services. You can also find car rental options at the airport.
As per the government, all passengers must carry an authorised identification card. Travellers must produce it in front of the security personnel when asked.
Seat choice depends on personal preference.
Excess baggage charges vary by route. On domestic flights, fees are applied per additional kilo, while international sectors follow sector-based slabs. You can view the exact charges in the baggage section when reviewing your booking. Please note that airport rates are usually higher than online pre-booking.
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