The flight distance from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) in Kolkata, India to Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) in Leh, India is 1,662 kilometers (1,033 miles / 897 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is a domestic route within India. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 06:59 in Kolkata, it's 06:59 in Leh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 10,666 feet between the two airports. Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport sits higher than Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Leh (IXL) to Kolkata (CCU) follows a heading of 137° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) and Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.