Travelling from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU) to New York: what you need to know
Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport is located in Kolkata. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, New York is ten hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata.
Allow plenty of time to get on your CCU to New York flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like November? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from CCU to New York. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
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The journey from central Kolkata to CCU takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kms (8 miles) in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to New York? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to CCU:
Of the flights that depart from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU) to New York
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to New York flight is £330. The cheapest price for a return flight is £590. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from CCU to New York if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 24 kms (15 miles) from the centre of New York. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to JFK if you're coming in on a late flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to New York. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from CCU to New York.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
After your flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to New York has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kms (15 miles) from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near EWR. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your CCU to New York flight:
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at EWR will help you save.
Newark Liberty International Airport can be found at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is about 13 kms (8 miles) from central New York. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or taxi after your flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to New York.
Public transport can get you there in about 55 minutes.
Check in to a hotel close to LGA and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you have a late CCU to New York flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these stays will have you settling in quickly:
Plan ahead and pocket the savings. Book your vehicle from LGA two weeks before your flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to New York to access the best deals.
The street address for New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
July is the busiest month for flights from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to New York. To avoid the crowds, head to New York in December.
Book a Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to New York plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CCU to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
Start your New York trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to New York, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your New York itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
New York has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 129 kms (80 miles) southwest of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 306 kms (190 miles) northeast of New York. No journey is complete without seeing Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
