Flying from London to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
London has plenty of airports to fly out of. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Kolkata is 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of London. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located in Kolkata, which operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to CCU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it simple to find a flight from London to CCU that includes a stopover. To see all your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LHR and CCU include:
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The distance from central London to LHR is about 19 miles. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and CCU include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
LGW is about 50 miles from central London. It'll take you 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from London to CCU? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CCU instead:
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to the centre of Kolkata is around 40 minutes by car. It's approximately 10 miles away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 57 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is £171. The cheapest price for a return flight is £352. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from London to CCU if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from London to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from searching for cheap tickets from London to CCU every day.
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The best time to fly from London to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
April is the quietest time to fly to Kolkata. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in July. This is the busiest month for flights from London to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
When booking your flight from London to CCU, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Kolkata, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 42ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from London to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport in January when temperatures average between 15ºC and 29ºC.
More about Kolkata
After locking in your flight from London to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kolkata:
Victoria Memorial and Howrah Bridge are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Kolkata must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Indian Museum.
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Choose one of our car rentals in Kolkata and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare prices from trusted providers in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from London to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.