Airport Comparison
Bahir Dar (BJR) to Kolkata (CCU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bahir Dar Airport (BJR) in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) in Kolkata, India is 5,543 kilometers (3,444 miles / 2,993 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Ethiopia with India. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:15 in Bahir Dar, it's 12:45 in Kolkata.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,962 feet between the two airports. Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport sits lower than Bahir Dar Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Kolkata (CCU) to Bahir Dar (BJR) follows a heading of 266° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Bahir Dar Airport (BJR) and Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.