Flying from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Santorini International Airport (JTR): what you need to know
The timezone in Santorini (Thira) is UTC+2, which is three hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata.
To ensure you catch your CCU to JTR flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to tour another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Santorini International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Abu Dhabi International Airport is a popular stop between CCU and JTR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Right now, Rs103,853 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Santorini International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs302,103. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from CCU to JTR, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Santorini International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CCU to JTR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
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Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
When it comes to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport's on-time performance, 75.9% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport from central Kolkata, it takes around 40 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near CCU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Santorini International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Santorini International Airport (JTR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Santorini International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JTR instead:
Grab a Santorini International Airport rental car and explore Santorini (Thira) and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, CarQ and Centauro are top outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Santorini International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)
Santorini International Airport to central Santorini (Thira) has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
The quietest month for a flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Santorini International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Santorini (Thira) 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 Santorini International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Santorini (Thira) during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CCU to JTR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of Greece
Santorini (Thira) has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira), a visit to Athens will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
If there's time to check out another corner of Greece, consider Larisa, about 451 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira). Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are among its highlights.