Flying from Paro Airport (PBH) to Kolkata Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Paro Airport to Kolkata Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Kolkata is 30 minutes behind Paro and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Every week, there are 11 Paro Airport to Kolkata Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, select the 07:00 Drukair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 17:30 with Bhutan Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your PBH to CCU flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Bhutan Airlines is your gateway to exploring Kolkata (and perhaps some other great corners of India!). Check out the direct flights from Paro Airport to Kolkata Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Bhutan Airlines.
Druk Air is the most punctual carrier offering PBH to CCU flights, with 70.37% of its services arriving as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paro Airport (PBH) to Kolkata Airport (CCU)
Currently, $274 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Paro Airport to Kolkata Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $613. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book four months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PBH to CCU.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Paro Airport to Kolkata Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Paro Airport (PBH)
Of all flights departing from Paro Airport, 64% land on time at their destination.
Paro Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Paro. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near PBH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Paro Airport to Kolkata Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Kolkata Airport (CCU)
Reserve a hotel near CCU if you're on a late Paro Airport to Kolkata Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Kolkata Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Europcar and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Kolkata and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Kolkata Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Kolkata Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
From Kolkata Airport, Kolkata is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Kolkata Airport (CCU)
January is the most popular month for flights from Paro Airport to Kolkata Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Kolkata in June.
Lock in your flight from Paro Airport to Kolkata Airport for April if you'd like to go to Kolkata during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PBH to CCU in January. Temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've visited Kolkata, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Journey about 467 kilometres north-west to Patna to tick off its leading sights. From Gurudwara to Buddha Smriti Park and Buddha Statue, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 322 kilometres west of Kolkata, Ranchi is another favourite stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out Jagannath Temple, Panchghagh Falls and Sun Temple.