Travelling from Jaipur Airport (JAI) to Kolkata Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Jaipur Airport to Kolkata Airport.
Jaipur and Kolkata are both in the UTC+5:30 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Every week, there are 31 Jaipur Airport to Kolkata Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your JAI to CCU flight. 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.
Flying during a peak time like December? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Jaipur Airport to Kolkata Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Kolkata holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of India:
IndiGo is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With 68.67% of its services landing on schedule, IndiGo is the most punctual carrier operating JAI to CCU flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jaipur Airport to Kolkata Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between JAI and CCU:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Hyderabad Airport
Ahmedabad Airport
Handy information about Jaipur Airport (JAI)
67% of flights that leave from Jaipur Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Jaipur Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Jaipur. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near JAI? If you're boarding an early flight from Jaipur Airport to Kolkata Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kolkata Airport (CCU)
If you're arriving on a late Jaipur Airport to Kolkata Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CCU:
Grab a Kolkata Airport rental car and visit the lesser-known spots that'll make your trip unforgettable. Europcar and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Kolkata and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Kolkata Airport around four weeks ahead.
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 takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Kolkata Airport (CCU)
January is the busiest month for flights from Jaipur Airport to Kolkata Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Kolkata in June.
Book your flight from Jaipur Airport to Kolkata Airport for April if you want to explore Kolkata during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 42ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JAI to CCU in January. Temperatures average between 15ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of India
Kolkata is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north-west of Kolkata, a trip to Patna will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Gurudwara, Buddha Smriti Park and Buddha Statue.
Around 322 kilometres west of Kolkata, Ranchi is another favourite stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Jagannath Temple, Panchghagh Falls and Sun Temple.
