Travelling from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
The timezone in Kolkata is UTC+5:30, which is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Hartford.
Your BDL to CCU flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
At the moment, Rs175,649 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Bradley International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs495,233. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from BDL to CCU, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Bradley International Airport (BDL)
You'll find BDL at Schoephoester Road.
80.22% of flights leaving Bradley International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of BDL.
Bradley International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Hartford. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near BDL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bradley International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
If you're arriving on a late Bradley International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near CCU:
Travel beyond Kolkata and discover places that are off the radar with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from companies like Europcar or Avis.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Kolkata. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Bradley International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Kolkata. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Bradley International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, consider the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Kolkata, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BDL to CCU in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC on average.
Explore more of India
You've done Kolkata, now it's time to explore more of India. Travel around 467 kilometres north-west to Patna to tick off its leading sights. From Mahatma Gandhi Setu to Bihar Museum and Golghar, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in India, consider Ranchi, about 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park are among its highlights.