How long should I plan for a layover in Kolkata?

The best layover in Kolkata is 4–72 hours. This gives you enough time to reach the city, see the highlights, and return to the airport with buffer time.

Do I need a visa for a layover in Kolkata?

US passport holders can get a visa on arrival for a layover in Kolkata.

Is Kolkata a good layover city?

Yes. Kolkata scores 75/100 on the LayoverScore™, making it one of the top-rated layover cities. Howrah Bridge iconic cantilever span

Kolkata layover (CCU). 72h. LayoverScore™ 75.

KolkataCCU6h on the groundScore 75

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Kolkata

45 minutes to city center. 4–72 hours of layover time.

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What 72 hours in Kolkata gets you.

Howrah Bridge iconic cantilever span. Victoria Memorial white marble landmark. College Street second-hand book market.

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What 72 hours in Kolkata gets you.

Howrah Bridge and Victoria Memorial in 2 hours. Kolkata's colonial grandeur runs alongside the city's raw creative energy.

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