Travelling from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kolkata's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Kolkata seven hours 30 minutes behind Wellington.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your WLG to CCU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
R 7,281 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Wellington International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 18,643. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from WLG to CCU, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Wellington International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Wellington International Airport (WLG)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Wellington International Airport, 72.62% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Wellington International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Wellington. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to WLG:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Book a hotel near CCU if you have a late Wellington International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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 adventures through Kolkata and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Kolkata. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The quietest month for a flight from Wellington International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Kolkata based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Wellington International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport for April if you want to visit Kolkata during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from WLG to CCU in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Patna is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored after you've experienced Kolkata. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.
If you're looking to explore another corner of India, head for Ranchi, about 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park are the start of reasons to visit.
