Large airport · Kolkata, India
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport
It is the primary aviation hub for eastern and northeastern India. Its IATA code is CCU. Its ICAO code is VECC. It has 2 runways, longest 11,919 ft (ASP). Elevation 16 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Kolkata, India |
|---|---|
| IATA code | CCU |
| ICAO code | VECC |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 2 runways, longest 11,919 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 16 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 22.6540° N, 88.4476° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport is known for
It is the primary aviation hub for eastern and northeastern India.
History
Opened in 1924, the airport is one of the oldest airports in India.
Official website: https://www.nscbiairport.com/ — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Sundarbans National Park · India · 65.4 miles away
- Kuakata National Park · Bangladesh · 118.7 miles away
- Simlipal National Park · India · 149.2 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport?
It is the primary aviation hub for eastern and northeastern India.
What is the airport code for Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport?
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport — its IATA code is CCU and its ICAO code is VECC.
Where is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport located?
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport serves Kolkata, India. Its coordinates are 22.6540° N, 88.4476° E.
What is the history of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport?
Opened in 1924, the airport is one of the oldest airports in India.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#26496
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Netaji_Subhash_Chandra_Bose_International_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.