Travelling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is 12 hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your CCU to SFO flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to San Francisco International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between CCU and SFO include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Currently, Rs116,582 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs221,561. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from CCU to SFO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to San Francisco International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CCU to SFO by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Of the departures from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, 75.9% land on schedule at their destination.
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Kolkata. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near CCU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider booking a hotel close to SFO if you have a late Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Francisco and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 22ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CCU to SFO around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If you're ready to explore another side of United States, head for Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are the start of reasons to visit.