Travelling from Gaggal Airport (DHM) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Dharamsala and Kolkata follow the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
Leave plenty of time to catch your DHM to CCU flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Gaggal Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Many passengers pass through Indira Gandhi International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gaggal Airport (DHM) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gaggal Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight is $114. A return fare is currently $263. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DHM to CCU if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Gaggal Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from DHM to CCU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Gaggal Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
Handy information about Gaggal Airport (DHM)
Gaggal Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 86.02% of flights that depart DHM arrive at their destination without delay.
To get to Gaggal Airport from central Dharamsala, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from Gaggal Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to DHM:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
If you're arriving on a late Gaggal Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near CCU:
Pick up a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car and check out destinations off the typical tourist track. Europcar and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Kolkata and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport around four weeks before you travel.
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.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Gaggal Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Kolkata. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Gaggal Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport for April if you'd like to go to Kolkata during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DHM to CCU sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Kolkata has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of India you'll want to see. Around 467 kilometres north-west of Kolkata, a visit to Patna will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.
Around 322 kilometres west of Kolkata, Ranchi is another favourite stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park.
