The flight distance from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) in Kolkata, India to Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) in Kano, Nigeria is 8,475 kilometers (5,266 miles / 4,576 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west at a heading of 278°.

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 India with Nigeria. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:34 in Kolkata, it's 11:04 in Kano. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,546 feet between the two airports. Mallam Aminu International Airport sits higher than Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport.

The return flight from Kano (KAN) to Kolkata (CCU) follows a heading of 69° (east northeast). 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 Mallam Aminu International Airport (KAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.