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Cheap flights from Birmingham to Kolkata from £261

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — CCU
5 Sep — 12 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Kolkata
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Kolkata. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 August 2026.

Mon 31/816:45 -
3 stops39h 35m
Mon 14/916:15 -
3 stops34h 25m
Deal found 3/8£522
Tue 8/905:55 -
2 stops22h 45m
Tue 6/1020:45 -
2 stops20h 25m
Deal found 1/8£530
Tue 8/905:55 -
2 stops23h 15m
Tue 6/1018:45 -
2 stops19h 15m
Deal found 3/8£532
Tue 1/906:00 -
2 stops21h 45m
Tue 15/916:15 -
2 stops25h 55m
Deal found 4/8£534
Wed 2/915:35 -
2 stops30h 50m
Wed 16/921:40 -
3 stops29h 00m
Deal found 5/8£544
Tue 1/912:50 -
3 stops27h 20m
Mon 14/903:50 -
2 stops35h 00m
Deal found 4/8£560
Sun 30/808:30 -
3 stops36h 00m
Sun 13/921:30 -
2 stops27h 20m
Deal found 2/8£562
Tue 15/905:55 -
2 stops21h 50m
Sun 25/1020:45 -
2 stops21h 35m
Deal found 1/8£573

Find flight deals from Birmingham to Kolkata

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHX) to Kolkata (CCU). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 6 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£522

One-way from

£261

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£777
31/8-14/9
  • 31/8-14/9
  • 6 total stops
  • 74h 00m total
  • Birmingham to Kolkata
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26/8
  • 26/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 15m total
  • Birmingham to Kolkata
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£38 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Birmingham to Kolkata that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 6 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Kolkata that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

BirminghamKolkata

BHX Birmingham - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

BHXCCU

Birmingham

Tue 15/9

05:55-08:15

2 stops21h 50m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Sun 25/10

20:45-12:50

2 stops21h 35m

£573
Fastest return journey

BirminghamKolkata

BHX Birmingham - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

BHXCCU

Birmingham

Thu 24/9

14:35-08:10

1 stop13h 05m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Mon 28/9

09:50-19:40

1 stop14h 20m

£648

BirminghamKolkata

BHX Birmingham - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

BHXCCU

Birmingham

Tue 15/9

14:35-00:30

1 stop29h 25m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Sun 25/10

20:25-18:45

1 stop27h 50m

£677

BirminghamKolkata

BHX Birmingham - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

BHXCCU

Birmingham

Wed 7/10

14:35-08:10

1 stop13h 05m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Fri 6/11

09:15-11:40

1 stop31h 55m

£677

BirminghamKolkata

BHX Birmingham - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

BHXCCU

Birmingham

Sat 16/1

11:00-22:10

2 stops29h 40m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Sun 14/2

20:35-15:50

2 stops24h 45m

£691

BirminghamKolkata

BHX Birmingham - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

BHXCCU

Birmingham

Mon 28/9

15:15-15:30

3 stops43h 45m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Sat 31/10

22:10-12:30

2 stops19h 50m

£702

BirminghamKolkata

BHX Birmingham - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

BHXCCU

Birmingham

Tue 8/9

08:10-02:30

1 stop13h 50m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Tue 6/10

22:00-13:40

2 stops20h 10m

£723
Cheapest one-way

BirminghamKolkata

BHX Birmingham - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

BHXCCU

Birmingham

Wed 26/8

20:00-10:45

3 stops34h 15m

£261

BirminghamKolkata

BHX Birmingham - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

BHXCCU

Birmingham

Tue 25/8

15:35-10:30

3 stops38h 25m

£264

BirminghamKolkata

BHX Birmingham - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

BHXCCU

Birmingham

Wed 9/9

20:00-07:00

3 stops30h 30m

£298

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Deals found on 5/8

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to Kolkata

How far ahead should I book a flight from Birmingham to Kolkata?

The best time to book flights from Birmingham to Kolkata is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham to Kolkata?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Kolkata (average of £523). Flying from Birmingham to Kolkata in December is currently the most expensive (average of £863). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Birmingham to Kolkata?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Birmingham to Kolkata flights typically cost between £587 and £804 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £522 on Multiple Airlines (31 Aug–14 Sept).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kolkata

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kolkata. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kolkata. Reviews last updated 6 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andAir France from Birmingham to Kolkata. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

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?!?!?
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

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?!?!?
KLM
7.8
Good
1,555 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

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?!?!?
Air France
7.5
Good
1,637 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

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?!?!?
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,737 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

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?!?!?
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,954 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

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?!?!?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Birmingham to Kolkata. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham to Kolkata?

    For as low as £648, KLM can have you in Kolkata from Birmingham in 13h 05m. The distance between Birmingham and Kolkata is about 4994 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Birmingham to Kolkata round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air France (£391), KLM (£429), and Air India (£467) offers the cheapest pricing from Birmingham to Kolkata. These flights start at 37% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Birmingham to Kolkata one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air India, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £205. Qatar Airways flights start at £242 while deals on Emirates start at £374 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Kolkata that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Birmingham to Kolkata flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Birmingham to Kolkata?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Birmingham to Kolkata.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Birmingham to Kolkata?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham to Kolkata by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham to Kolkata?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Kolkata (average of £523). Flying from Birmingham to Kolkata in December is currently the most expensive (average of £863). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest£391Average£526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£429Average£505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air IndiaCheapest£467Average£559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£479Average£607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£536Average£608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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