Flying from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU) to London: what you need to know
London is five hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata, where Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport is located. London observes the UTC+0 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your CCU to London flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as November, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from CCU to London with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
CCU is around 13 kilometres from central Kolkata. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near CCU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to London or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Of the departures from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU) to London
Rs81,789 is currently the best price for a one-way Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to London flight. A return plane ticket starts from Rs133,700. These fares can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from CCU to London, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to London across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CCU to London by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes around 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week before your flight from CCU to London can help you lock in the lowest rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to London has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 48 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Following your CCU to London flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near LGW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW can land you a better rate.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of London. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've stepped off your flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to London.
Public transport can get you there in around 45 minutes.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by checking in to a hotel near STN after your CCU to London flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:
If you're looking for a vehicle with specific features, book your ride from STN around four weeks ahead of your flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to London. This improves your chances of getting the car you prefer, as well as a better rate.
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month for flights from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to London. To avoid the crowds, visit London in January.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to London plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from CCU to London in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport to London, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Westminster Abbey, The British Museum and Big Ben are essential stops on your London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of London. Around 257 kilometres away to the northwest, popular attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 161 kilometres northwest of London, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.