Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
The timezone in Kolkata is UTC+5:30, which is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Zurich.
To ensure you get on your ZRH to CCU flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Currently, $383 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,005. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from ZRH to CCU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Zurich Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
When it comes to Zurich Airport's on-time performance, 69.02% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to ZRH? If you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Zurich Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CCU instead:
Grab the keys to a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from outlets like Europcar or Avis. With your own wheels, you can venture farther out of Kolkata and experience places that fly under the radar.
Reserving your ride from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Kolkata. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The quietest month for a flight from Zurich Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Kolkata based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Zurich Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Kolkata, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to CCU sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
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