Flying from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is 3 hours 30 minutes ahead of Kolkata, where Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located. Tokyo operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from CCU to Tokyo.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from CCU to Tokyo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
To travel to Japan for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you hold a passport from India. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Tokyo.
The journey from central Kolkata to CCU takes about 57 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a handy hotel near CCU? If you've booked an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Tokyo, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Tokyo
C$236 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Tokyo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$505. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from CCU to Tokyo. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Tokyo.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near HND:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
As soon as your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 58 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
You'll find some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near NRT. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from CCU to Tokyo at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Tokyo
June is the most popular month to board a flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Tokyo while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Tokyo, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Book your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Tokyo for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap flights from CCU to Tokyo sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Tokyo, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
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