Travelling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Nairobi: what you need to know
The timezone in Nairobi is UTC+3. The city is 2 hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata, where Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from CCU to Nairobi. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from CCU to Nairobi, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
If you hold a passport from India, you'll need an ETA to enter Kenya. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Nairobi for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and certainly before you fly.
CCU is about 10 miles from central Kolkata. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 57 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near CCU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Nairobi or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Nairobi
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Nairobi is £152. The cheapest price for a return flight is £261. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from CCU to Nairobi. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Nairobi across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi is approximately 9 miles. It takes about 22 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour and 11 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Nairobi, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near NBO:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Wilson Airport (WIL) is about 2 miles from central Nairobi. Once you've disembarked your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Nairobi, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 46 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near WIL. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from CCU to Nairobi at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Nairobi
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Nairobi. July is the busiest month to visit Nairobi. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Nairobi in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap flights from CCU to Nairobi sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Nairobi
Once you've booked your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Nairobi, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nairobi:
Nairobi National Park and The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust are just two of the big attractions to add to your Nairobi to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
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