Flying from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kolkata is two hours 30 minutes behind Manila and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Your MNL to CCU flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MNL and CCU:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
At the moment, C$178 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$386. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MNL to CCU. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MNL to CCU.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Of all flights departing from Ninoy Aquino International Airport, 70.07% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Ninoy Aquino International Airport from central Manila, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near MNL? If you're boarding an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
If you're getting in on a late Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near CCU:
Pick up a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. Europcar and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Kolkata and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Kolkata. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The quietest month for a flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Kolkata based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport for April if you want to explore Kolkata during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MNL to CCU around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Kolkata is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north-west of Kolkata, a trip to Patna will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.
Around 322 kilometres west of Kolkata, Ranchi is another favourite stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park.