Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kolkata is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Barcelona and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you catch your BCN to CCU flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BCN and CCU include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight is R 4,856. A round-trip ticket is currently R 9,630. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from BCN to CCU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
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Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
When it comes to Barcelona-El Prat Airport's on-time performance, 79.12% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BCN:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CCU instead:
Pick up a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travellers miss. Europcar and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Kolkata and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
From Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, Kolkata is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Kolkata in April.
When booking your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Kolkata, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BCN to CCU in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've visited Kolkata, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey about 467 kilometres north-west to Patna to check off its must-visit sights. From Mahatma Gandhi Setu to Bihar Museum and Golghar, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another side of India, head for Ranchi, roughly 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park are among the biggest draws.
