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Getting from Kolkata airport to the city center
Fastest options: Metro and prepaid taxi. Best value: Bus and app-based cabs.
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
30-45 min | ₹25-₹40 (INR 25–40 (~$0.30–0.50 USD)) | every 10–15 min (traffic dependent) | budget travelers | |
35-60 min | ₹350-₹500 (INR 350–500 (~$4–6 USD); fixed rate by zone) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door with luggage | |
35-60 min | ₹300-₹600 (INR 300–600 (~$3.50–7 USD); surge pricing applies) | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | convenience and flexibility | |
45-75 min | ₹50-₹80 (INR 50–80 (~$0.60–1 USD)) | every 30–60 min (traffic dependent) | most affordable option | |
35-60 min | ₹1,200-₹2,500 (INR 1200–2500 (~$14–30 USD); pre-booked) | pre-booked (traffic dependent) | comfort and reliability | |
40-70 min | ₹200-₹350 (INR 200–350 (~$2.50–4 USD); metered or negotiated) | on-demand (traffic dependent) | short trips, light luggage |
Notes:
- Prices in INR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
- Kolkata Metro connects the airport (Dum Dum station area) to central locations including Esplanade and Park Street.
- Prepaid taxi counters are located in the arrivals hall with fixed zone-based fares.
- Traffic congestion is common during peak hours (8–10 AM and 5–8 PM); allow extra time.
- We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.
Updated: December 2025
Key info about flying to Kolkata
Check-in for a flight from Des Moines to Kolkata
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegiant Air | AAY | G4 | No |
| Air India Limited | AIC | AI | Yes |
| IndiGo Airlines | IGO | 6E | No |
| Qatar Airways | QTR | QR | Yes |
| JetBlue Airways | JBU | B6 | No |
Online check-in is not available for these airlines.
Weather in Kolkata
Average Weather
| Month | Average monthly max temperature | Average monthly min temperature |
| January | 26°C | 16°C |
| February | 30°C | 19°C |
| March | 34°C | 23°C |
| April | 37°C | 26°C |
| May | 36°C | 28°C |
| June | 35°C | 28°C |
| July | 32°C | 27°C |
| August | 32°C | 26°C |
| September | 31°C | 26°C |
| October | 30°C | 24°C |
| November | 29°C | 20°C |
| December | 26°C | 17°C |
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