Flying from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kolkata is 30 minutes behind Almaty and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your ALA to CCU flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Almaty Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between ALA and CCU:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
£176 is the best price for a one-way Almaty Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. A return flight starts from £343. These fares can change based on availability.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from ALA to CCU. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Almaty Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from ALA to CCU.
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Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
Of the flights that depart from Almaty Airport, 61.23% touch down on time at their destination.
Almaty Airport is about 15 miles from central Almaty. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Almaty Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to ALA:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Almaty Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CCU instead:
Pick up a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Avis. With your own set of wheels, you can venture farther out of Kolkata and explore places that don't always get the spotlight.
Booking your ride from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is approximately 10 miles from the centre of Kolkata. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Almaty Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Kolkata. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Almaty Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport for April if you want to go to Kolkata during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ALA to CCU around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
You've visited Kolkata, now it's time to discover more of India. Journey about 290 miles north-west to Patna to tick off its leading sights. From Mahatma Gandhi Setu to Bihar Museum and Golghar, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 200 miles west of Kolkata, Ranchi is another favourite stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park.