Travelling from Colombo to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): What you need to know
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) leaving from here.
Kolkata's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Colombo. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located in Kolkata.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Colombo 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.
During peak travel periods, expect longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
RML is around 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Colombo Ratmalana Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Colombo to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Break up your flight from Colombo to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Bandaranaike International Airport and CCU are:
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Chennai Airport (MAA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Colombo to CMB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Colombo to CCU flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Bandaranaike International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75.71%.
About Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
If you have a late flight from Colombo to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near CCU:
Pick up a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from top outlets like Europcar or Avis. With your own wheels, you can venture beyond Kolkata and explore places most visitors tend to miss.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Colombo to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
The centre of Kolkata is roughly 13 kilometres from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Currently, R 2,416 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,004. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Colombo to CCU, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
April is the quietest month for flights from Colombo to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Kolkata based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Kolkata is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your Colombo to CCU plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Colombo to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kolkata
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kolkata right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Colombo to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport:
Your visit to Kolkata wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Trip to Sundarbans.
Explore more of India
Jamshedpur is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kolkata. Around 225 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Mughal Garden, Rock Garden and Birla Temple.
Durgapur is another well-known destination in India and is around 153 kilometres north-west of Kolkata. No trip is complete without seeing Jama Masjid, B-Zone Major Park and Ram Mandir.
