Flying from Bangkok to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Bangkok. Explore your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when booking your flight from Bangkok to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU).
Take a direct flight from Bangkok to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 39 minutes.
The timezone in Kolkata is UTC+5:30, which is 1 hour 30 minutes behind Bangkok. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located in Kolkata.
With 41 direct flights a week between the two airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) is the most popular route. IndiGo operates the earliest flight at 02:40. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from BKK to CCU is with Thai Airways at 23:45.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Bangkok to CCU.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Bangkok to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) operate out of this terminal.
You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct flights from Bangkok to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport leaving from BKK. Book your seat with one of these:
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Bangkok to CCU. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Gaya Airport (GAY)
BKK is roughly 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Have an early flight from Bangkok to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) offers direct flights from Bangkok to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU).
You can board a direct flight from Bangkok to CCU with Thai AirAsia. This is one of the top airlines that operates this route out of DMK.
Break up your flight from Bangkok to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Don Mueang International Airport and CCU are:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
DMK is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your flight from Bangkok to CCU:
About Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CCU if you're taking a late flight from Bangkok to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Kolkata. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 40 minutes.
It typically takes 57 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
For a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, ₹ 6,425 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from ₹ 14,097. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.
It's best to book 8 months before your departure date. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find flight tickets from Bangkok to CCU within that timeframe.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Bangkok to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when prices fall. The right timing can be the key to finding flight tickets from Bangkok to CCU.
Personalise your trip with filters. Adjust the number of stops, duration, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Bangkok to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Bangkok to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to Kolkata. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Bangkok to CCU for April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kolkata to range from 24ºC to 42ºC.
Travel in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 15ºC and 29ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Bangkok to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
More about Kolkata
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All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum are must-visits when exploring Kolkata.
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