Flying from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Don Mueang International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Kolkata is one hour 30 minutes behind Bangkok and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Take your pick of 39 weekly Don Mueang International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flights. The 22:55 departure with Thai AirAsia is the earliest available. Thai AirAsia operates the last service of the day at 22:55.
To ensure you get on your DMK to CCU flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Getting to Kolkata (and then discovering more of India!) is a breeze with Thai AirAsia. This popular airline offers direct flights from Don Mueang International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Thai AirAsia on this route.
With 75.0% of its services landing on schedule, Thai AirAsia is the most punctual carrier operating DMK to CCU flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Don Mueang International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DMK and CCU:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Don Mueang International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight is RM271. A return plane ticket right now is RM536. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DMK to CCU.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Don Mueang International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Don Mueang International Airport, 66.48% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Bangkok to Don Mueang International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near DMK? If you're catching an early flight from Don Mueang International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CCU if you're on a late Don Mueang International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Line up a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from top outlets like Europcar or Avis. With your own wheels, you can venture beyond Kolkata and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Kolkata. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The quietest month for a flight from Don Mueang International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Kolkata based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Kolkata is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your flights from Don Mueang International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DMK to CCU in January. Average temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Patna is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kolkata. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in India, head for Ranchi, roughly 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park are key highlights.