Travelling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Taipei: what you need to know
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located in Kolkata. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Taipei is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Kolkata.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your CCU to Taipei flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from CCU to Taipei, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Kolkata, CCU can be reached in about 40 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Taipei? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near CCU:
When it comes to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.9% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Taipei
The best price we've seen for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Taipei flight is ج.م. 8,257. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 19,008. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from CCU to Taipei if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Taipei ticket.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CCU to Taipei by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Taipei by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 48 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Taipei, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near TPE:
Grab a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car and explore Taipei and beyond with your own wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car hire are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from CCU to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is roughly 6 kilometres from central Taipei. Once you've disembarked your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Taipei, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 45 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near TSA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your CCU to Taipei flight:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or CARPLUS and set off in the blink of an eye.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at TSA will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Taipei
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Taipei. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel prices are often higher and top attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Taipei in the low season if you like a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Taipei flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CCU to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 19ºC.
More about Taipei
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Taipei right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Taipei:
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei 101 are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Taipei itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Ximending Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Taiwan waiting to be discovered. About 129 kilometres south-west of Taipei, a trip to T'ai-chung-shih will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Taichung Park, Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Taiwan, head for Tainan, about 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House are key highlights.
