What airport do you fly into for flights to Kolkata?

Travelers will need to book flights to Netaji S. Chandra (CCU) if they wish to fly to Kolkata. The Kolkata airport is 8.3 mi from the city center.

Can I find cheaper flights to Kolkata if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kolkata on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Kolkata?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air France is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kolkata.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kolkata?

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kolkata. One-way flights to Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra typically cost £33, while return flights cost around £106.

How much is a return flight to Kolkata?

A return flight to Kolkata will typically cost around £106, however they can be found for as little as £106.

Where does the fastest flight to Kolkata depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Kolkata, London offers the quickest one-way flight (11 hours 45 minutes).

Does Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra?

Yes. Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Couples friendly Hotel is the closest property to Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (0.0 mi away from Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra).

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How long is the flight to Kolkata?

On average, a flight from London to Kolkata takes 15 hours 53 minutes. Flights to Kolkata from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Kolkata?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Kolkata are Air India, Etihad Airways and Emirates.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kolkata?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Kolkata are Air France, KLM and Air India.

Rainfall in Kolkata by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kolkata ranges from 7.0 - 356.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 356.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Kolkata when rainfall is around 7.0 mm.

Temperature in Kolkata by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kolkata, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 31.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 20.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Kolkata?

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Kolkata. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kolkata

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andVirgin Atlantic to India have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8.1

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3,656 reviews

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2.0

Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

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Seats were very narrow. The seat belts were very tight. The gluten-free food was awful. The roll was listed as vegan….not gluten free. I received vegan butter. Butter itself is gluten free so why couldn’t I have had regular butter?!?!?

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3,656 reviews

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3,656 reviews

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Sharyn,Jun 2023

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Qatar Airways

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Etihad Airways

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3,656 reviews

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2.0

Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

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Air India

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Emirates

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3,656 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

FAQs about flying to Kolkata

Getting around Kolkata

Once you enter the city itself the Calcutta Metro Railway is the cleanest, most reliable and least crowded form of public transport that the city has to offer.

Getting from the Airport to the City

Flights to Calcutta are served by Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (previously known as Dum Dum Airport) is located just 11 miles from the heart of the city. As with the vast majority of journeys around Calcutta, taxis are the best option for efficient and cost effective travel to the city centre. There are a large number of taxis situated outside the terminal building, you should expect to pay twice the meter reading plus a few rupees depending on your destination. There is a rail link which runs to the nearby Dum Dum station but service can be intermittent. The air-conditioned airport bus service on the other hand operates on a strict schedule and costs less than the local taxi services.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Kolkata?
Travelers will need to book flights to Netaji S. Chandra (CCU) if they wish to fly to Kolkata. The Kolkata airport is 8.3 mi from the city center.
Can I find cheaper flights to Kolkata if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kolkata on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Kolkata?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air France is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kolkata.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kolkata?
Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kolkata. One-way flights to Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra typically cost £33, while return flights cost around £106.
How much is a return flight to Kolkata?
A return flight to Kolkata will typically cost around £106, however they can be found for as little as £106.
Where does the fastest flight to Kolkata depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Kolkata, London offers the quickest one-way flight (11 hours 45 minutes).
Does Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra?
Yes. Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Couples friendly Hotel is the closest property to Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (0.0 mi away from Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra).

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The most popular airlines flying from London to Kolkata are Air India, Etihad Airways and Emirates.

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Rainfall in Kolkata by month

Plan your trip to Kolkata by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kolkata ranges from 7.0 - 356.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 356.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Kolkata when rainfall is around 7.0 mm.

Temperature in Kolkata by month

Plan your trip to Kolkata by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

When is the best time to book a flight to Kolkata?

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Kolkata. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kolkata

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andVirgin Atlantic to India have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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