Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is 4 hours.
The timezone in Kolkata is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Kuala Lumpur.
Each week, there are 59 Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, pick the 22:35 AirAsia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 22:55 with AirAsia.
Leave enough time to make your KUL to CCU flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
AirAsia is your gateway to exploring Kolkata (and perhaps some other great parts of India!). Browse the direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with AirAsia on this route.
AirAsia is the most punctual carrier operating KUL to CCU flights.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KUL and CCU:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Changi International Airport
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight is R 1,412. A round-trip fare right now is R 3,191. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from KUL to CCU.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Picking up cheap flights from KUL to CCU couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Of all flights leaving Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is around 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 4 hours 30 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to KUL? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CCU instead:
Secure yourself a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from popular companies like Europcar or Avis. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond Kolkata and experience places that fly under the radar.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to central Kolkata has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It'll take around 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Kolkata in April.
The warmest month in Kolkata is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KUL to CCU sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Patna is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Kolkata. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.
Ranchi is another sought-after destination in India and is around 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. No trip is complete without experiencing Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park.
