Travelling from Nairobi to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Nairobi. Check out your options leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL) when searching for a flight from Nairobi to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU).
The timezone in Kolkata is UTC+5:30, which is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Nairobi. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located in Kolkata.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Nairobi to CCU.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from Nairobi to CCU with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between NBO and CCU include:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
NBO is about 14 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Looking for a handy hotel near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Nairobi to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Nairobi to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, check out these options when departing from Wilson Airport:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in about 46 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Nairobi to CCU, kick back in one of these hotels near Wilson Airport:
About Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
If you have a late flight from Nairobi to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near CCU:
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
From Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, Kolkata is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 57 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
For a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, C$340 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from C$711. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ depending on availability.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get flight tickets from Nairobi to CCU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Nairobi to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when the fares drop. Timing matters when searching for flight tickets from Nairobi to CCU.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
July is the most popular month for flights from Nairobi to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. To skip the crowds, head for Kolkata in April when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Nairobi to CCU, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Kolkata, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC. Search for cheap flights from Nairobi to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Kolkata
Start your Kolkata trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get to know Kolkata is to check out its top sights. Essential stops include Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum.
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