Travelling from Indianapolis Airport (IND) to Kolkata Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kolkata is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Indianapolis and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your IND to CCU flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as October? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Indianapolis Airport (IND) to Kolkata Airport (CCU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Indianapolis Airport to Kolkata Airport flight is 568 €. A return plane ticket right now is 1.387 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IND to CCU if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Indianapolis Airport to Kolkata Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from IND to CCU by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Indianapolis Airport to Kolkata Airport.
Handy information about Indianapolis Airport (IND)
IND is located at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
78% of flights that leave from Indianapolis Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Indianapolis Airport from central Indianapolis, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to IND? If you're boarding an early flight from Indianapolis Airport to Kolkata Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kolkata Airport (CCU)
If you're getting in on a late Indianapolis Airport to Kolkata Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near CCU:
Line up a Kolkata Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Avis. With your own wheels, you can venture beyond Kolkata and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Kolkata Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Kolkata Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Kolkata Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Kolkata. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Kolkata Airport (CCU)
January is the busiest month for flights from Indianapolis Airport to Kolkata Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Kolkata in June.
Lock in your flight from Indianapolis Airport to Kolkata Airport for April if you want to visit Kolkata during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IND to CCU sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've done Kolkata, now it's time to explore more of India. Journey around 467 kilometres north-west to Patna to tick off its leading attractions. From Gurudwara to Buddha Smriti Park and Buddha Statue, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 322 kilometres west of Kolkata, Ranchi is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Jagannath Temple, Panchghagh Falls and Sun Temple.
