Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Kuala Lumpur. Check out your options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) when booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU).
Jump on a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport and you'll be travelling for around 4 hours 2 minutes.
The timezone in Kolkata is UTC+5:30, which is 2 hours 30 minutes behind Kuala Lumpur. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located in Kolkata.
The busiest route is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU), with 59 direct services every week. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KUL to CCU is the 22:35 AirAsia option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 22:55 with AirAsia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to CCU.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
You can book a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
You can book a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport with AirAsia. This top carrier offers services from KUL.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Kuala Lumpur to CCU departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
KUL is around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the quickest route and your public transport options.
In search of a convenient hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Want other options for a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)? Browse the fares leaving from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
AirAsia operates direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to CCU leaving from SZB. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport and CCU:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
With public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour and 32 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 27 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Kuala Lumpur to CCU? Unwind in a hotel near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your adventure officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CCU instead:
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to central Kolkata takes around 40 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 57 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Book a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport from C$195 or travel return from just C$387. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
You're more likely to score flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur to CCU when you book 8 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route tend to be at their lowest.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best price across every month.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when the fares drop. It's all about timing when scoring flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur to CCU.
Customize your trip by applying filters. Choose the number of stops, duration, and departure and arrival times to find the right flight from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
April is the quietest time to travel to Kolkata. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Kolkata is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Kuala Lumpur to CCU in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC on average.
More about Kolkata
Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kolkata:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Kolkata itinerary.
Complete your Kolkata trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Kolkata and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.
