Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kolkata is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Riyadh and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to CCU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. These are the top stopovers between RUH and CCU:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
£114 is the best price for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Return flights start at £255. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RUH to CCU if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from King Khaled International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that depart RUH land on time.
To reach King Khaled International Airport from central Riyadh, it takes around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 25 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near RUH:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late King Khaled International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CCU instead:
Set yourself up with a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from leading outlets like Europcar or Avis. With your own wheels, you can go beyond Kolkata and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
Booking your vehicle from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
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 10 miles away.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
July is the most popular month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Kolkata in April.
Lock in your flight from King Khaled International 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).
Look for cheap tickets from RUH to CCU in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
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Around 200 miles west of Kolkata, Ranchi is another essential stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park.