Travelling from King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kolkata is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Dammam and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your DMM to CCU flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from King Fahd International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between DMM and CCU include:
Dubai Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way King Fahd International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight is R 2,348. A round-trip ticket right now is R 5,759. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from DMM to CCU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from King Fahd International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DMM to CCU by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from King Fahd International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
Handy information about King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
83.88% of flights leaving King Fahd International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from DMM.
Central Dammam to King Fahd International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
If you're getting in on a late King Fahd International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near CCU:
Venture beyond Kolkata and discover destinations that fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from leading providers like Europcar or Avis.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport about four weeks before your trip.
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.
It takes roughly 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from King Fahd International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Kolkata. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from King Fahd International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Kolkata, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DMM to CCU sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Patna is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kolkata. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.
Ranchi is another sought-after destination in India and is around 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. No trip is complete without visiting Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park.