Flying from Belfast to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Belfast. Check out your options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when reserving your flight from Belfast to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU).
Kolkata is 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of Belfast. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located in Kolkata, which operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Belfast to CCU.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
BFS is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Belfast. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
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George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
You can get to BHD from central Belfast in approximately 12 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 22 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
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About Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
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Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to central Kolkata is about 40 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 57 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is C$528. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,025. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as early as possible to secure flight tickets from Belfast to CCU. You're more likely to land a great deal and have a wider selection of departure times and dates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Belfast to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when fares go down. Timing is key for finding flight tickets from Belfast to CCU.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
April is the quietest time to fly to Kolkata. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Belfast to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Kolkata. The warmest month is April. Lock in your flights from Belfast to CCU sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 42ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Belfast to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport in January when temperatures average between 15ºC and 29ºC.
More about Kolkata
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There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum are major attractions which should feature on every Kolkata itinerary.
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