Travelling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is 12 hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata, where Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located. Seattle runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your CCU to Seattle flight.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from CCU to Seattle with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
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The journey from central Kolkata to CCU takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 miles in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to CCU? If you've booked an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Seattle, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
75.9% of flights that take off from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Seattle
The best price we've seen for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Seattle flight is £472. The cheapest price for a return flight is £798. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from CCU to Seattle. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Scoring cheap tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Seattle is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices across the month and pick up an incredible deal.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 14 miles from central Seattle. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Seattle. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and chase adventure across Seattle and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from CCU to Seattle.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is about 2 miles from the centre of Seattle. Once you've hopped off your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Seattle, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 25 minutes or so.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near LKE. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your CCU to Seattle flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Seattle
Plan your trip to Seattle in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Seattle during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Seattle plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CCU to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Seattle, browse our range of accommodation options including:
LMN Architects and Greyhound: Bus Station are a couple of major attractions to add to your Seattle must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Boeing Radiation Effects Lab.
Explore more of United States
Seattle has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 150 miles south of Seattle, a visit to Portland will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Around 230 miles east of Seattle, Spokane is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.
