Travelling from New York to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): What you need to know
When planning your flight from New York to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU), there's a good range of airports you can start your trip from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's major terminals.
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located in Kolkata. The city follows the UTC+5:30 timezone and is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of New York.
Your flight from New York to CCU won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's wise to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from New York to CCU departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from New York to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Knock a new city off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from New York to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, check out these options when taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can arrive at EWR from central New York in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to CCU flight:
73.3% of flights leaving Newark Liberty International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is roughly 18 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Sleep a little longer and still make your New York to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near LaGuardia Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means most of its flights arrive at their destination on schedule and your plans stay right on track.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near CCU:
Secure yourself a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Avis. With your own wheels, you can venture farther out of Kolkata and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
To get the best deal, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your New York to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
The centre of Kolkata is roughly 13 kilometres from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Right now, RM1,308 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,877. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from New York to CCU. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest New York to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from New York to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Kolkata. July is when most people book flights from New York to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Lock in a New York to CCU plane ticket departing in April if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kolkata to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Kolkata
After booking your flight from New York to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kolkata:
There are loads of things to do in Kolkata when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to Victoria Memorial followed by Howrah Bridge and Trip to Sundarbans.
Explore more of India
Kolkata is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometres west of Kolkata, a trip to Jamshedpur will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Mughal Garden, Rock Garden and Birla Temple.
Durgapur is another must-experience destination in India and is around 153 kilometres north-west of Kolkata. No journey is complete without seeing Jama Masjid, B-Zone Major Park and Ram Mandir.
