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Cheap one-way & return flights from London to Kolkata
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Airlines that fly to Kolkata
- Air India
- Etihad Airways
- Jet Airways
- Emirates
- Qatar Airways
Average flight time from London to Kolkata
Since there is no direct flight to Kolkata from the UK, each flight time is affected by the stopover duration. However, if you are flying with Air India, you are most likely to reach Kolkata via Delhi in 13 hours and 25 minutes. With Emirates, you can expect your flight to arrive Kolkata in 12 hours and 20 minutes including a short layover at Dubai.
Flying to Kolkata from Birmingham
Yes, flights to Kolkata from Birmingham are most sought-after by the Indian community living in the BHX region. The preferred cheap flight route is Birmingham to Kolkata via Delhi. Emirates also operates on BHX-CCU flights via Dubai. The cheapest flight ticket is available for 519 GBP in February 2026 .
Finding the cheapest round trip flight to Kolkata
Travelhouseuk maintains a vast clientele of business as well as homecoming travellers. The segment of our Indian community prefers offline bookings, so we offer phone only deals with our clients. Seats are pre-booked, and discounts are given on a first-come-first-served basis.
Feel free to contact our travel experts from India who are well-versed in finding the cheapest round-trip flights to Kolkata.
Emirates London Heathrow to Kolkata flights
Emirates Airline is the well-chosen airline with world-class services on all flights from London to Kolkata. Emirates serve flights to Kolkata from London Heathrow, Gatwick Airport and Stansted Airport. The shortest flight connection requires 12 hours and 20 minutes. Daily flight service is also available.
The average price for London Heathrow to Kolkata flights is available for 324 GBP in the low season.
FAQs - Booking Kolkata flights
The cheapest, and regular flights are available from London to Kolkata is by Air India. Travellers have an option of flying seamlessly in the National carrier of India from London Airports. Air India has scheduled a minimum of three flight departures from LHR daily. You can choose to make a stop at either Mumbai or New Delhi. The shortest layover duration is 2 hours for both routes.
Timely bookings can help you secure a seat for as low as 317 GBP in Super Value Economy. Last-minute discounts are available for peak-season flights.
Yes, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, commonly known as Kolkata Airport (CCU) serves international flights to Kolkata from all over the world. The airport is located at Dum Dum in West Bengal. There is only one terminal at the airport which is quite spacious to handle the crowds of passengers efficiently. It is always advised to keep the copy of the ticket on your phone, laptop or tablet to enter the Airport.
To travellers, the best time to book a flight is when they can find a cheap ticket. However, if you book in advance, you can match your travelling time with pleasant weather conditions as well. November to February sees the most international travellers in Kolkata. Festive Galore is at its peak and streets are filled with meet and greet joy among families. Evenings are balmy and crispy to take a stroll around the city with an average temperature around 21 degrees.
The city boasts fascinating history which intrigues the travellers from all across the world. The notable highlights to include in your itinerary are:
- Victoria Memorial
- Howrah Bridge
- Indian Museum
- Dakshineswar Kali Temple
If you are looking for five-star accommodation in Kolkata, please feel free to
- Swissotel Hotel
- The Park Kolkata
- ITC Sonar Bangla
- The Oberoi Grand
- Taj Bengal
For a budget traveller, Kolkata has got some 3-star hotels for a pleasant stay.
- Georgian Inn
- Hotel Marina
- Holiday Inn
- Hotel Platinum
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