Travelling from Kanpur Airport (KNU) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kanpur and Kolkata follow the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your KNU to CCU flight.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kanpur Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between KNU and CCU include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kanpur Airport (KNU) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kanpur Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight is £52. A return ticket right now is £112. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from KNU to CCU if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Kanpur Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kanpur Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kanpur Airport (KNU)
61.9% of flights that take off from Kanpur Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Kanpur Airport from central Kanpur, it takes around 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 12 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near KNU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kanpur Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Reserve a hotel close to CCU if you're taking a late Kanpur Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab the keys to a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from leading providers like Europcar or Avis. With your own set of wheels, you can travel beyond Kolkata and explore places that don't always get the spotlight.
Booking your vehicle from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is approximately 10 miles from the centre of Kolkata. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
It takes roughly 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Kanpur Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Kolkata in April.
When booking your flight from Kanpur Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, consider the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Kolkata, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KNU to CCU sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
Patna is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Kolkata. Around 290 miles away to the north-west, its best attractions include Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.
Around 200 miles west of Kolkata, Ranchi is another essential stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park.
