Travelling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Amsterdam four hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata.
Give yourself enough time to catch your CCU to AMS flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between CCU and AMS include:
Hamad International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Currently, Rs60,064 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs140,203. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from CCU to AMS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
75.9% of flights that depart Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Kolkata to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near CCU:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Consider staying in a hotel near AMS if you're taking a late Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car and explore Amsterdam and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
From Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Amsterdam is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is January, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for August if you want to visit Amsterdam during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 24ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CCU to AMS in February. Average temperatures are between 0ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of Netherlands
Rotterdam is just one of the many cities in Netherlands waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Amsterdam. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
If you want to check out another major destination in Netherlands, consider The Hague, roughly 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies are key reasons to visit.