Flying from Houston to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): What you need to know
Houston is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Houston to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) taking off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located in Kolkata. The city runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone and is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Houston.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Houston to CCU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Houston to CCU even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find out where you can stop along the way. Dubai Airport (DXB) is an option when taking off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Houston to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of George Bush Intercontinental Airport, data shows 78.42% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
IAH's address is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is around 19 kilometres from central Houston. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to CCU flight:
The majority of flights that depart William P. Hobby Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Book a hotel close to CCU if you have a late flight from Houston to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Grab a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travellers miss. Europcar and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Kolkata and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Houston to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to central Kolkata is roughly 13 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is Rs142,543. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs297,772. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Houston to CCU, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Kolkata. July is when most people book flights from Houston to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Houston to CCU flight ticket departing in April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kolkata to range from 24ºC to 42ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC.
More about Kolkata
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kolkata right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport:
Your Kolkata trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions worth exploring include Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Trip to Sundarbans.
Explore more of India
Kolkata is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres west of Kolkata, a trip to Jamshedpur will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Mughal Garden, Rock Garden and Birla Temple.
Durgapur is another sought-after destination in India and is around 153 kilometres north-west of Kolkata. No trip is complete without experiencing Jama Masjid, B-Zone Major Park and Ram Mandir.
