Travelling from Nairobi to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU): What you need to know
Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport is located in Kolkata. The city runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone and is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Nairobi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Nairobi to CCU.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Nairobi to CCU. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Nairobi to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67% of flights complete their journey on time.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
WIL is about 10 kilometres from central Nairobi. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Nairobi Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to CCU flight:
About Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Nairobi to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CCU instead:
Book a Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport rental car and visit the lesser-known spots that'll make your trip unforgettable. Europcar and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Kolkata and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Nairobi to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
From Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport, central Kolkata is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU)
$435 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport. Return flights start from $887. These prices may change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Nairobi to CCU if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Nairobi to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU). October is the most popular month to visit Kolkata. If crowds aren't your thing, go in September.
Before locking in your Nairobi to CCU plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Kolkata, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 42ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kolkata
After booking your flight from Nairobi to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kolkata:
Victoria Memorial and Howrah Bridge are just two of the major attractions to put on your Kolkata must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Trip to Sundarbans.
Explore more of India
Jamshedpur is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen Kolkata. Around 225 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Mughal Garden, Rock Garden and Birla Temple.
Around 153 kilometres northwest of Kolkata, Durgapur is another favourite stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Jama Masjid, B-Zone Major Park and Ram Mandir.
