Travelling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kolkata is eight hours 30 minutes ahead of Santiago and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your SCL to CCU flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Right now, R 13,620 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 32,337. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from SCL to CCU, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SCL arrive at their destination as scheduled 82.58% of the time.
Central Santiago to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near SCL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Book a hotel close to CCU if you have a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab the keys to a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from top providers like Europcar or Avis. With your own wheels, you can go beyond Kolkata and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
Reserving your ride from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
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.
Travelling by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Kolkata. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Kolkata is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez 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 SCL to CCU around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've seen Kolkata, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Travel around 467 kilometres north-west to Patna to tick off its leading attractions. From Mahatma Gandhi Setu to Bihar Museum and Golghar, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Ranchi is another must-experience destination in India and is around 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. No trip is complete without seeing Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park.
