Flying from Jakarta to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): What you need to know
Jakarta's main base, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Jakarta to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU).
The timezone in Kolkata is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes behind Jakarta. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located in Kolkata.
To ensure you catch your flight from Jakarta to CCU, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Jakarta to CCU with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between CGK and CCU include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Travelling from central Jakarta to CGK takes about 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Jakarta to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport's on-time performance, 73.0% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
You can get to HLP from the centre of Jakarta in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Jakarta to CCU flight? Relax in a hotel near Halim Perdanakusuma Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Jakarta to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near CCU:
Venture beyond Kolkata and discover places that are off the radar with your own wheels. You can book a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from popular outlets like Europcar or Avis.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Jakarta to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
The centre of Kolkata is about 13 kilometres from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is P5,835. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P13,245. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Jakarta to CCU. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Jakarta to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport ticket.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Jakarta to CCU.
Find a cheap flight from Jakarta to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Jakarta to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Jakarta to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU). July is the busiest month to visit Kolkata. If crowds aren't your thing, go in April.
Book a Jakarta to CCU plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kolkata to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Jakarta to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Kolkata
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Kolkata right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport:
Victoria Memorial and Howrah Bridge are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Kolkata itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Trip to Sundarbans.
Explore more of India
Kolkata is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres west of Kolkata, a trip to Jamshedpur will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Mughal Garden, Rock Garden and Birla Temple.
Durgapur is another must-experience destination in India and is around 153 kilometres north-west of Kolkata. No trip is complete without visiting Jama Masjid, B-Zone Major Park and Ram Mandir.
