Our cheapest offers for flights from London Heathrow to Kolkata

Here you can compare cheap flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Kolkata (CCU) for one-way or return trips. The following offers were searched for and found on idealo during the last few days. Or start your own flight search to Kolkata. Prices and availability may change at any time.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
London Heathrow Kolkata	Outbound 04/11/25 2 Stopovers (AMS, BOM) KL1000, KL0877, KL3676 21h 55min	Return 03/12/25 2 Stopovers (BOM, AMS) KL4708, KL0878, KL1005 21h 45min	KLM		£442
London Heathrow Kolkata	Outbound 04/11/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI0128, AI2771 15h 00min	Return 04/02/26 1 Stopover (DOH) QR0541, QR0007 15h 25min	Air India		£491
Best option London Heathrow Kolkata	Outbound 04/11/25 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0062, EY0220 12h 00min	Return 04/02/26 1 Stopover (DOH) QR0541, QR9709 14h 15min	Etihad Airways		£507
London Heathrow Kolkata	Outbound 04/11/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI0130, AI2773 14h 50min	Return 04/02/26 1 Stopover (DEL) AI2710, AI0111 19h 40min	Air India	?	£509
London Heathrow Kolkata	Outbound 04/11/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI0128, AI2471 20h 00min	Return 04/02/26 1 Stopover (DEL) AI2703, AI0111 16h 05min	Air India		£517
London Heathrow Kolkata	Outbound 04/11/25 1 Stopover (DEL) AI2018, AI2767 12h 30min	Return 04/02/26 1 Stopover (DOH) QR0541, QR0003 14h 20min	Air India	?	£532
London Heathrow Kolkata	Outbound 08/12/25 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0068, EY0222 17h 30min	Return 24/12/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI2410, AI0131 26h 10min	Etihad Airways		£537
London Heathrow Kolkata	Outbound 04/11/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI0128, AI2773 22h 20min	Return 04/02/26 1 Stopover (DOH) QR0541, BA7003 14h 20min	Air India		£540
London Heathrow Kolkata	Outbound 13/10/25 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0062, EY0220 13h 00min	Return 28/10/25 2 Stopovers (DEL, KWI) 6E2079, KU0382, KU0101 22h 30min	Etihad Airways		£549
London Heathrow Kolkata	Outbound 17/02/26 1 Stopover (DOH) QR0004, QR0540 30h 10min	Return 24/02/26 1 Stopover (DOH) QR0541, BA0122 14h 15min	Qatar Airways		£549

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Kolkata's art and culture

On the bank of the Hooghly river, the historic city of Kolkata offers a wealth of artistic and cultural attractions. The capital of West Bengal, it has a wide choice of theatres, music and cinemas with restaurants offering varied cuisine.

Key information before you set off

People visiting Kolkata from the UK will need a visa, but British citizens may be eligible to apply for an e-Tourist visa. You must also ensure your passport is valid for at least 180 days and includes two blank pages. Many Indian airports charge a UDF or User Development Fee of ca. Rs 1,000, usually levied as part of the air fare. The cost of living is in general much lower than in the UK. A restaurant meal might cost about Rs 350, while thali start from around Rs 130.

On arrival and where to stay in Kolkata

On arrival at the main Kolkata airport, you will find a choice of transport options. The AC Bus leaves from near the arrivals area. The VS1 bus travels to Esplanade, taking around 60 to 90 minutes, while the VS2 takes the route to Howrah. Fares are approximately Rs 60. The air-conditioned Volvo Bus costs around 50 rupees for a trip. A pre-paid taxi ride to central Kolkata will take from about 40 minutes and cost around Rs400. Another option is to make the 3-mile journey from the airport by taxi or Volvo bus to Dum Dum Station and then take the metro into central Kolkata. The metro fare is ca Rs 10. It is advisable to negotiate fares in advance for both taxis and autos. Accommodation in Kolkata includes budget hotels in the area near Howrah Station and low-priced hostels in Sudder Street.

Planning to visit Kolkata

Although Kolkata is a busy city all year round, the climate is at its best between September and January. The summer, from March to June, can be humid and hot with the monsoon season running between May and September. Winter is in December and January, with low temperatures of 12 degrees. Popular cultural events include the Kolkata Book Fair, starting in late January, and Kolkata International Film Festival in November. Celebrations for the Bengali New Year take place around April 15. In October there is a festival in honour of the Goddess Durga and in November the Goddess Kali is honoured with fireworks and lights.

Important flight information

Flight information: London Heathrow - Kolkata

Outbound and return from	441,97 £
Distance	7993 km
Departure airport	Airport London Heathrow (LHR)
Arrival airport	Airport Kolkata (Calcutta) (CCU)
Destination country	Flights to India

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