Flying from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG): what you need to know
Kunming's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Kunming two hours 30 minutes ahead of Kolkata.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CCU to KMG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CCU and KMG:
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Tribhuvan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight is £130. A round-trip fare is currently £246. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from CCU to KMG, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CCU to KMG.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Of all flights departing from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, 75.9% arrive on time at their destination.
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is about 10 miles from central Kolkata. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near CCU? If you're catching an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
If you have a late Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near KMG:
Getting from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to central Kunming
KMG is located at 004 County Rd.
From Kunming Changshui International Airport, Kunming is approximately 25 miles away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Kunming. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Kunming is May, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from CCU to KMG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Kunming has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of China you'll want to see. Around 270 miles north-east of Kunming, a trip to Guiyang will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Jiaxiu Tower, Hongfu Temple and Guizhou Provincial Museum.
Lijiang is another essential stop in China and is around 210 miles north-west of Kunming. No trip is complete without seeing Viewing Platform of Lion Mountain in Lijiang Ancient Town, Black Dragon Pool Park and Lashi Lake.