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Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport Guide (CCU)

Airport info
Code: CCU
Address:
Kolkata 700052, India
Location:

Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport is located at Dum Dum, 18km (11 miles) to the northeast of Kolkata.

Number of terminals: 2 Dialling code: +91
Telephone:
(033) 2511 9977.
Timezone: GMT +5:30

Here you'll find essential information on Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, including contact details, airport transfer facts, details of airport facilities, and how to get there.

Information: 

Information desks are available in both terminals.

Email address: 
apdkolkata@aai.aero
Website: 
www.aai.aero
Transfer between terminals: 

There is no covered walkway between the terminals.

Driving directions: 

To get to the city from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, take Jessore Road towards the south and follow signs to the city.

Public Transport

Public transport rail: 

Rail: The city's circular railway operates between Dum Dum station near Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport and Princep Ghat near Strand Road. Trains run every 15 minutes during peak hours and hourly at other times.

Metro: The Metro Railway runs between Dum Dum station near Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport and the city centre every 10-15 minutes from early morning until around 2200 in the evening. Buses connect the airport to Dum Dum train and metro stations.

Public transport road: 

Bus: Buses between Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport and the city centre run every 10-15 minutes from early morning until around 2200 in the evening.

Taxi: Taxis are available outside the terminals. Pre-paid taxis can be booked from a counter in the arrivals area.

Terminal facilities

Money: 

There are banks and bureaux de change in the terminals. A post office is also available.

Communication: 

A post office is located at Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport.

Food: 

There are restaurants, cafés and snack bars in both terminal buildings.

Shopping: 

There are duty-free shops and newsagents in both terminals. Gift shops selling handicraft items are available in the international terminal.

Luggage: 

Luggage trolleys are available free of charge. Queries about lost luggage can be directed to the information desk in the arrivals hall, or to the airlines.

Other: 

Childcare rooms are located in the terminal buildings. A medical service, offering first aid and dealing with minor emergencies, is also available.

Airport facilities

Conference and business: 

There are no conference or business facilities at Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport.

Disabled facilities: 

Facilities for the disabled are basic. Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport has wheelchairs for use by physically disabled travellers. Airport staff can offer assistance.

Car parking: 

The two car parks have 250 parking spaces each. Both short-term and long-term parking is available.

Car rental: 

Car hire counters are located in the arrivals area. Avis, along with several local car hire companies, offers car hire at the airport Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport.

Airport hotels

There are no hotels at Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, but there are a few accommodation options nearby, as well as a larger selection in the city.

Swissôtel Kolkata

Located 3km (2 miles) from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, the Swissôtel Kolkata offers luxury accommodation with a range of on-site dining facilities. Other services include a rooftop swimming pool and meeting space.

Telephone: (033) 6626 6666.
Website:
www.swissotel.com/kolkata

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