Delhi or Chandigarh for Winter Spiti? Flights, Pickup Points and Missed Connections

The winter route to Spiti goes through Shimla and Kinnaur, because the Kunzum route from Manali is closed. That makes Chandigarh a natural meeting point, but many operators also start from Delhi.

Chandigarh
- Shorter road distance to Shimla.
- Fewer flights.
- Easier if you are coming by train.

Delhi
- More flights, so it is usually easier to book.
- A long road day or a night near the start.

Avoid missed connections
1. Arrive the day before the group departs.
2. Do not book the last flight of the night to the pickup city.
3. Share your flight details with the operator.
4. Ask for the pickup time and place in writing.

Return. Choose a flight that leaves a day after the scheduled end, from the same city.