Travelling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata.
To ensure you get on your CCU to ZNZ flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a well-known stop between CCU and ZNZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight is ₹ 30,017. A return plane ticket is currently ₹ 67,316. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CCU to ZNZ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Zanzibar International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CCU to ZNZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your ideal 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 Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, 75.9% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport from central Kolkata, it'll take about 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to CCU? If you're boarding an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZNZ instead:
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Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Zanzibar International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
Zanzibar International Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Zanzibar. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Zanzibar in February.
Lock in your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Zanzibar International Airport for March if you'd like to visit Zanzibar during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CCU to ZNZ in August. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania waiting to be explored. About 418 kilometres north-west of Zanzibar, a visit to Arusha will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Tanzania, head for Morogoro, roughly 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd are among the biggest draws.
