The flight distance from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) in Kolkata, India to Alberto Carnevalli Airport (MRD) in Merida, Venezuela is 15,893 kilometers (9,876 miles / 8,582 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting India with Venezuela. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:25 in Kolkata, it's 05:55 in Merida. With a 9.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,991 feet between the two airports. Alberto Carnevalli 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 Merida (MRD) to Kolkata (CCU) follows a heading of 32° (north 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 Alberto Carnevalli Airport (MRD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.