Flying from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) 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 Berlin.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BER to CCU flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Many travellers pass through Hamad International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
₹ 23,865 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 54,185. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from BER to CCU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.
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Handy information about Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
74.2% of flights departing from Berlin Brandenburg Airport make it to their destination on time.
Berlin Brandenburg Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Berlin. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near BER. Whether you're taking an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
If you have a late Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CCU:
Travel beyond Kolkata and discover places that are off the radar with your own set of wheels. You can book a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Avis.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to central Kolkata has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Kolkata. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Berlin Brandenburg 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 to 42ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BER to CCU in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC on average.
Explore more of India
Kolkata has loads to offer, 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 fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in India, head for Ranchi, about 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park are key highlights.