The flight distance from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) in Kolkata, India to Fort Madison Municipal Airport (FMS) in Fort Madison, United States is 12,975 kilometers (8,062 miles / 7,006 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 360°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:49 in Kolkata, it's 06:19 in Fort Madison. With a 11.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Fort Madison (FMS) to Kolkata (CCU) follows a heading of 0° (north). 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 Fort Madison Municipal Airport (FMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.