Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport
Airport Airport
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) is the primary airport serving Kolkata and eastern India. The airport is operated from an integrated terminal complex that handles both domestic and international flights and is the region’s main aviation hub.
Terminal Guide for Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport #
Terminal layout: Kolkata uses a single integrated passenger terminal with separate areas for domestic and international processing. Check‑in, security and immigration facilities are arranged within the same terminal building, and lounges and airline desks are located in the departures concourse.
Getting to and From Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport #
The airport is located roughly 15-20 km from central Kolkata; typical travel time by car is 30-60 minutes depending on traffic. Ground transport includes metered taxis, prepaid taxi counters in arrivals, app‑based ride‑hail services (Ola, Uber) and private hotel shuttles. A metro/rail link to the airport has been under development - check current local sources for operational status before planning to use it.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport #
Passenger facilities include cafés and restaurants landside and airside, duty‑free shopping in the international departures area and a selection of airline and pay‑per‑use lounges. Wi‑Fi and charging points are available in the terminal; assistance for reduced mobility and family facilities can be requested at airline or airport information desks.
Tips for Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport #
- App‑based taxis (Ola/Uber) are widely used in Kolkata - they can be faster and cheaper than street taxis, especially for airport pickups.
- If you need rail access, check current services - the metro link to the airport has been under phased construction; confirm the latest openings before relying on it.
Weather & Climate near Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport #
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with very hot summers (peaking in May) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 13°C to 36°C. Abundant rainfall (1620 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 33°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).
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May
May is the hottest month, feeling like 37°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 39°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (269 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 37°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (340 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 37°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (332 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 37°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (285 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (124 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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