Travelling from Chicago to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU): What you need to know
Kolkata is 11 hours 30 minutes ahead of Chicago. Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport is located in Kolkata, which operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Chicago to CCU, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more travellers during busy periods like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to CCU departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of the departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can reach MDW from central Chicago in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to CCU flight:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land within the expected time frame. At RFD, that figure is 71%.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU)
If you have a late flight from Chicago to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near CCU:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Chicago to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Central Kolkata is around 18 kilometres from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport is ₹ 34,666. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 81,889. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU)
December is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU), while November is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Kolkata based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Kolkata is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your Chicago to CCU plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between 15ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Kolkata
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kolkata:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Trip to Sundarbans are essential stops on your Kolkata itinerary.
Explore more of India
Kolkata will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres west of Kolkata, a trip to Jamshedpur will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Rock Garden, Birla Temple and Krishna Temple.
Around 153 kilometres northwest of Kolkata, Durgapur is another favourite stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with B-Zone Major Park, A-Zone Major Park and Durga Mandir.
