Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kolkata's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Kolkata four hours 30 minutes ahead of Amsterdam.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your AMS to CCU flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between AMS and CCU include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
R 5,235 is currently the best price for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 11,936. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from AMS to CCU, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
When it comes to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol's on-time performance, data shows 67.93% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near AMS. Whether you have an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CCU instead:
Grab a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. Europcar and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Kolkata and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
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. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Kolkata. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Kolkata, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMS to CCU in January. Temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Kolkata is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of India you'll want to see. Around 467 kilometres north-west of Kolkata, a trip to Patna will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.
Around 322 kilometres west of Kolkata, Ranchi is another essential stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park.