Travelling from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kolkata is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Sharjah and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your SHJ to CCU flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sharjah International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between SHJ and CCU include:
Ahmedabad Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight is Rs21,413. A return plane ticket is currently Rs47,328. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SHJ to CCU if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sharjah International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
76.09% of flights that depart Sharjah International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Sharjah International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Sharjah. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near SHJ:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sharjah International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CCU instead:
Secure yourself a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from top outlets like Europcar or Avis. With your own set of wheels, you can venture farther out of Kolkata and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to the centre of Kolkata has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The quietest month for a flight from Sharjah International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Kolkata based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport for April if you'd like to go to Kolkata during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 42ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SHJ to CCU in January. Temperatures average between 15ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of India
Patna is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Kolkata. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.
If you're ready to explore another side of India, consider Ranchi, about 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park are key reasons to visit.