Travelling from Istanbul to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Istanbul. Explore your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when searching for a flight from Istanbul to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU).
Kolkata is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located in Kolkata, which is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Istanbul to CCU. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Istanbul to CCU departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Here's where you can connect between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and CCU:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to CCU flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
About Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CCU instead:
Travel farther out of Kolkata and discover new places with your own set of wheels. You can book a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from companies like Europcar or Avis.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
The centre of Kolkata is about 13 kilometres from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
$270 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Return flights start from $672. These prices can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Istanbul to CCU, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Istanbul to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport ticket.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Istanbul to CCU.
Find an affordable flight from Istanbul to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Istanbul to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU). July is the busiest month to visit Kolkata. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in April.
When booking your Istanbul to CCU plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. April is the warmest month in Kolkata, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Kolkata
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kolkata:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Trip to Sundarbans are must-do's during your Kolkata adventure.
Explore more of India
Jamshedpur is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kolkata. Around 225 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Mughal Garden, Rock Garden and Birla Temple.
If there's time to check out another major stop in India, consider Durgapur, roughly 153 kilometres north-west of Kolkata. Jama Masjid, B-Zone Major Park and Ram Mandir are key reasons to visit.
