Travelling from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kolkata is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Belfast and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your BHD to CCU flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Rs110,261 is the best price for a one-way George Best Belfast City Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs210,185. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from BHD to CCU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from George Best Belfast City Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
When it comes to George Best Belfast City Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.3% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Belfast to George Best Belfast City Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to BHD:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late George Best Belfast City Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CCU instead:
Secure yourself a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Avis. With your own set of wheels, you can travel beyond Kolkata and explore places most visitors tend to miss.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Kolkata. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
July is the busiest month for flights from George Best Belfast City Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Kolkata in April.
When reserving your flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, think about 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 BHD 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
Patna is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Kolkata. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.
Ranchi is another must-experience destination in India and is around 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. No journey is complete without visiting Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park.
