Travelling from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kolkata is two hours 30 minutes behind Shanghai and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your PVG to CCU flight.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between PVG and CCU:
Noi Bai International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight is RM693. A round-trip plane ticket right now is RM1,562. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PVG to CCU if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
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Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Of all flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Shanghai Pudong International Airport from central Shanghai, it takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near PVG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
If you have a late Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near CCU:
Grab a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Europcar and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Kolkata and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to the centre of Kolkata has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It typically takes 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Kolkata. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Kolkata, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PVG to CCU sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've seen Kolkata, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Travel around 467 kilometres north-west to Patna to tick off its leading sights. From Mahatma Gandhi Setu to Bihar Museum and Golghar, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Ranchi is another well-known destination in India and is around 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. No journey is complete without experiencing Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park.