Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kolkata's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Kolkata nine hours 30 minutes ahead of New York.
To ensure you get on your JFK to CCU flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between JFK and CCU include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight is 379 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 635 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from JFK to CCU, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from JFK to CCU by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near JFK. Whether you're catching an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CCU if you're on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel beyond Kolkata and head to places that many travellers miss with your own wheels. You can book a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from leading providers like Europcar or Avis.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to central Kolkata has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Kolkata. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Kolkata is April, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from JFK to CCU in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've visited Kolkata, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Journey around 467 kilometres north-west to Patna to tick off its leading sights. From Mahatma Gandhi Setu to Bihar Museum and Golghar, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Ranchi is another well-known destination in India and is around 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. No trip is complete without seeing Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park.