Airport Comparison
Kolkata (CCU) to Mekele Airport (MQX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) in Kolkata, India to Mekele Airport (MQX) in Mekele Airport, Ethiopia is 5,248 kilometers (3,261 miles / 2,834 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west at a heading of 268°.
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 Ethiopia. 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 09:05 in Kolkata, it's 06:35 in Mekele Airport.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,380 feet between the two airports. Mekele 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 Mekele Airport (MQX) to Kolkata (CCU) follows a heading of 71° (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 Mekele Airport (MQX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.