Travelling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located in Kolkata. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is two hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata.
Allow plenty of time to make your CCU to Istanbul flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from CCU to Istanbul. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Kolkata, CCU can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near CCU? If you've booked an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Istanbul, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
75.9% of flights taking off from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Istanbul
182 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Istanbul flight. A return plane ticket right now is 397 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from CCU to Istanbul, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Istanbul is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest fares across the month and snap up a sweet deal.
There's no need to keep checking in to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from CCU to Istanbul.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Istanbul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Go where the road takes you with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and discover more of Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your flight from CCU to Istanbul can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Once you've disembarked your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your CCU to Istanbul flight:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Before securing your flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Istanbul, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Istanbul offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from CCU to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Istanbul right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Istanbul:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are essential stops on your Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its leading sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Izmir is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without experiencing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.
