Flying from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kolkata's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Kolkata two hours 30 minutes ahead of Najaf.
Give yourself enough time to make your NJF to CCU flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Many travellers pass through Dubai Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Right now, $1,290 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Al-Ashraf International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $2,422. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from NJF to CCU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Of the departures from Al-Ashraf International Airport, 77.99% touch down on time at their destination.
Al-Ashraf International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Najaf. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
If you're catching an early flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) at Royal Eagle Hotel. Granada Hotel is another handy option near NJF.
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Consider booking a hotel near CCU if you have a late Al-Ashraf International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Line up a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from leading outlets like Europcar or Avis. With your own wheels, you can go beyond Kolkata and discover places most visitors miss.
Booking your ride from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
From Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, Kolkata is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Kolkata in April.
The warmest month in Kolkata is April, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NJF to CCU in January. Average temperatures are between 15ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of India
Patna is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored after you've seen Kolkata. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.
Ranchi is another well-known destination in India and is around 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. No trip is complete without experiencing Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park.