The flight distance from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) in Kolkata, India to Gulkana Airport (GKN) in Gulkana, United States is 9,456 kilometers (5,875 miles / 5,106 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 22°.

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 21:24 in Kolkata, it's 06:54 in Gulkana. With a 14.5-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 1,570 feet between the two airports. Gulkana Airport sits higher than Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport.

The return flight from Gulkana (GKN) to Kolkata (CCU) follows a heading of 312° (northwest). 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 Gulkana Airport (GKN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.