Flying from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU) to Chicago: what you need to know
Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport is located in Kolkata. Following the UTC-6 timezone, Chicago is 11 hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata.
To avoid missing your CCU to Chicago flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like November. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from CCU to Chicago with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Kolkata to CCU takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near CCU? If you're boarding an early flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to Chicago, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
71% of flights that leave from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU) to Chicago
The best price we've found for a one-way Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to Chicago flight is R 9,272. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 15,749. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from CCU to Chicago. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to Chicago throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CCU to Chicago by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near ORD:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from CCU to Chicago.
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Central Chicago is around 16 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). After your flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to Chicago has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your CCU to Chicago flight:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to Chicago has arrived. Central Chicago is around 145 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will take you there in roughly 2 hours.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by staying at a hotel near RFD after your CCU to Chicago flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
If you'd like a specific model or make, booking early increases your chances of snagging what you want. Book your ride from RFD a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to Chicago.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to Chicago. July is the busiest month to visit Chicago. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to Chicago plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CCU to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to Chicago, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and Willis Tower are leading attractions which should be on any good Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If there's time to check out another major stop in the United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are highlights.
