Travelling from Perth Airport (PER) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kolkata's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Kolkata two hours 30 minutes behind Perth.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PER to CCU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Perth Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between PER and CCU:
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Perth Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight is $260. A return ticket is currently $543. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PER to CCU if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Perth Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from PER to CCU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Perth Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
When it comes to Perth Airport's on-time performance, 73.04% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Perth to Perth Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Perth Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to PER:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Perth Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CCU instead:
Secure yourself a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from leading providers like Europcar or Avis. With your own wheels, you can venture farther out of Kolkata and explore places most visitors tend to miss.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to central Kolkata has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Perth Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Kolkata in April.
The warmest month in Kolkata is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Perth Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PER to CCU sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Patna is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Kolkata. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.
If there's time to check out another corner of India, consider Ranchi, roughly 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park are among its highlights.