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Flights to Kolkata in 2025

Find the latest flights to Kolkata in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Return from

$849

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,152
27/4-7/5
  • 27/4-7/5
  • 6 total stops
  • 58h 05m total
  • Sydney to Kolkata
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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kolkata. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Sun 27/409:15SYD - CCU
3 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/515:05CCU - SYD
3 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$849
Sun 14/913:05SYD - CCU
1 stop14h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 8/1100:10CCU - SYD
1 stop14h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/3$881
Sun 14/911:00SYD - CCU
1 stop15h 45mSingapore Airlines
Sun 9/1123:40CCU - SYD
1 stop15h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,071
Thu 1/519:20SYD - CCU
1 stop18h 10mAir India
Thu 15/500:55CCU - SYD
1 stop36h 25mAir India
Deal found 24/3$1,109
Thu 1/508:30SYD - CCU
2 stops32h 15mIndiGo
Thu 15/502:30CCU - SYD
2 stops27h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 24/3$1,659
Mon 22/1215:50SYD - CCU
1 stop14h 20mThai Airways
Wed 14/101:55CCU - SYD
1 stop28h 30mThai Airways
Deal found 24/3$2,141
Mon 22/1213:00SYD - CCU
2 stops42h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 14/103:20CCU - SYD
1 stop22h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/3$2,273
Sat 20/1206:00SYD - CCU
2 stops22h 50mQantas Airways
Sat 31/111:45CCU - SYD
2 stops24h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/3$3,148
Sun 14/914:40SYD - CCU
3 stops45h 20mBritish Airways
Sat 8/1101:45CCU - SYD
3 stops47h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/3$4,013

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyKolkata

SYD - CCU

SYDCCU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 27/4

09:15-14:25

3 stops33h 40m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Wed 7/5

15:05-20:00

3 stops24h 25m

$849

SydneyKolkata

SYD - CCU

SYDCCU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/9

13:05-23:25

1 stop14h 50m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Sat 8/11

00:10-20:35

1 stop14h 55m

$881

SydneyKolkata

SYD - CCU

SYDCCU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/9

11:00-22:15

1 stop15h 45m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Sun 9/11

23:40-20:35

1 stop15h 25m

$1,071

SydneyKolkata

SYD - CCU

SYDCCU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/5

14:50-00:45

1 stop14h 25m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Thu 22/5

02:00-20:30

1 stop14h 00m

$1,074

SydneyKolkata

SYD - CCU

SYDCCU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/5

19:20-09:00

1 stop18h 10m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Thu 15/5

00:55-17:50

1 stop36h 25m

$1,109

SydneyKolkata

SYD - CCU

SYDCCU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/5

08:30-12:15

2 stops32h 15m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Thu 15/5

02:30-10:25

2 stops27h 25m

$1,659

SydneyKolkata

SYD - CCU

SYDCCU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/9

14:40-07:30

3 stops45h 20m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Sat 8/11

01:45-06:55

3 stops47h 40m

$4,013

SydneyKolkata

SYD - CCU

SYDCCU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/7

09:15-22:20

1 stop17h 35m

$387

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Kolkata

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Kolkata. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight to Kolkata may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Kolkata?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Kolkata takes 17 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Kolkata from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Kolkata?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Kolkata. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Kolkata should consider flying on Saturday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Wednesday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Kolkata?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Kolkata are Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways and Air India.

Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines

From $536

Thai Airways

Thai Airways

From $686

Air India

Air India

From $531

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

From $500

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kolkata?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Kolkata are Malaysia Airlines, Air India and Singapore Airlines.

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 mm 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.

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).

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 25 March 2025.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
251 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
251 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
251 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
471 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
251 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,712 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
251 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,886 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
251 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

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

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) (previously known as Dum Dum Airport) is located just 18 km from the heart of Calcutta. 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?

    Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (CCU), located 13.4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Kolkata.

  • 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, Malaysia Airlines 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 $50, while return flights cost around $204.

  • How much is a return flight to Kolkata?

    A return flight to Kolkata will typically cost around $430, however they can be found for as little as $128.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kolkata depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kolkata, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 30 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 km away from Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra).

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