Flying from Imphal Airport (IMF) to Kolkata Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Imphal Airport to Kolkata Airport.
Imphal and Kolkata are both in the UTC+5:30 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
There are 25 Imphal Airport to Kolkata Airport flights every week.
Your IMF to CCU flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Imphal Airport to Kolkata Airport, so jetting off to Kolkata (and then exploring more of India!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is IndiGo.
With 77.78% of its services arriving as scheduled, IndiGo is the most punctual carrier operating IMF to CCU flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Imphal Airport to Kolkata Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between IMF and CCU include:
Guwahati Airport
Agartala Airport
Dibrugarh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Imphal Airport (IMF) to Kolkata Airport (CCU)
Rs14,341 is the lowest price for a one-way Imphal Airport to Kolkata Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs27,802. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IMF to CCU if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Imphal Airport to Kolkata Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from IMF to CCU is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Imphal Airport to Kolkata Airport.
Handy information about Imphal Airport (IMF)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Imphal Airport, data shows 70% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Imphal Airport from central Imphal, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near IMF. Whether you have an early flight from Imphal Airport to Kolkata Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Kolkata Airport (CCU)
If you're arriving on a late Imphal Airport to Kolkata Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near CCU:
Book a Kolkata Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. Europcar and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Kolkata and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Kolkata Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Kolkata Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Kolkata Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Kolkata. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kolkata Airport (CCU)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Imphal Airport to Kolkata Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Kolkata. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in June.
When booking your flight from Imphal Airport to Kolkata Airport, consider the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Kolkata, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 15ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from IMF to CCU around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Kolkata has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of India you'll want to see. Around 467 kilometres north-west of Kolkata, a visit to Patna will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Gurudwara, Buddha Smriti Park and Buddha Statue.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in India, head for Ranchi, roughly 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. Jagannath Temple, Panchghagh Falls and Sun Temple are key highlights.
