Travelling from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kolkata is two hours 30 minutes behind Chengdu and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your TFU to CCU flight.
Flying during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tianfu International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight is 142 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 415 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from TFU to CCU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Tianfu International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from TFU to CCU.
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Handy information about Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 86.59% of flights that take off from TFU land on time.
To get to Tianfu International Airport from central Chengdu, it takes about 1 hour 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 72 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Tianfu International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near TFU:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Tianfu 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 popular companies like Europcar or Avis. With your own set of wheels, you can venture beyond Kolkata and explore places that don't always get the spotlight.
Reserving your ride from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
From Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, Kolkata is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The quietest month for a flight from Tianfu International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Kolkata based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Tianfu International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport for April if you'd like to explore Kolkata during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from TFU to CCU sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Kolkata has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north-west of Kolkata, a visit to Patna will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.
If you want to check out another major stop in India, consider Ranchi, roughly 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park are highlights.
