Travelling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located in Kolkata. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Washington DC is 9 hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from CCU to Washington DC. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from CCU to Washington DC with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
To travel to United States for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you have a passport from India. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and length of your trip. Always check the latest guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Washington DC.
Travelling from central Kolkata to CCU takes approximately 57 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your trip? Stay near CCU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Washington DC or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Washington DC
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Washington DC is ر.ق. 1,799. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 3,597. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CCU to Washington DC if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Washington DC across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC takes around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 43 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Washington DC. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. After your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Washington DC, it'll take you around 51 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel using public transport, which typically takes 3 hours and 26 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near IAD. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from CCU to Washington DC at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Washington DC while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Washington DC, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Washington DC in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from CCU to Washington DC in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Washington DC
After locking in your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Washington DC, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Washington DC:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are must-visits when exploring Washington DC.
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