| Outbound | Return | Airlines | Shop | Baggage | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow Kolkata | Outbound 13/05/25 1 Stopover (DEL) AI2018, AI2767 13h 05min | Return 09/06/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI0775, AI0129 23h 35min |  Air India |  | ? | £495 | |
| London Heathrow Kolkata | Outbound 13/05/25 1 Stopover (DEL) AI2016, AI2767 12h 50min | Return 09/06/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI2772, AI0129 28h 35min | Air India |  | £511 | ||
| Best option London Heathrow Kolkata | Outbound 13/05/25 1 Stopover (DEL) AI2016, AI2767 12h 50min | Return 09/06/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI0773, AI0129 16h 15min | Air India |  | £512 | ||
| London Heathrow Kolkata | Outbound 13/05/25 1 Stopover (DEL) AI0162, AI2702 14h 00min | Return 09/06/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI2772, AI0129 28h 35min | Air India |  | £513 | ||
| London Heathrow Kolkata | Outbound 13/05/25 1 Stopover (DEL) AI0112, AI2705 16h 00min | Return 09/06/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI2772, AI0129 28h 35min | Air India |  | £524 | ||
| London Heathrow Kolkata | Outbound 13/05/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI0130, AI0783 17h 25min | Return 09/06/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI0773, AI0131 26h 20min | Air India |  | £526 | ||
| London Heathrow Kolkata | Outbound 13/05/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI0130, AI0783 17h 25min | Return 09/06/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI0775, AI0129 23h 35min | Air India |  | £527 | ||
| London Heathrow Kolkata | Outbound 13/05/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI0130, AI0783 17h 25min | Return 09/06/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI0773, AI0131 26h 20min | Air India |  | £528 | ||
| London Heathrow Kolkata | Outbound 03/09/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI0130, AI2773 15h 15min | Return 15/09/25 1 Stopover (BOM) AI2472, AI0129 23h 35min | Air India |  | ? | £531 | |
| London Heathrow Kolkata | Outbound 11/09/25 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0064, EY0222 25h 05min | Return 15/09/25 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0223, EY0061 14h 15min |  Etihad Airways | | £542 |
Airline
- Air India
- Etihad Airways
- Swiss International Air Lines
- British Airways
- Kuwait Airways
Tips and tricks to help you find cheap flights from London Heathrow to Kolkata
Favourite airline: Air India
Most travellers looking for flights on the route from London Heathrow to Kolkata decide to book with Air India.
Air India
36 %
Etihad Airways
31 %
Qatar Airways
22 %
Cheapest weekday: Wednesday
Flight prices fluctuate during the week. Flights are 5 % cheaper on Wednesday.
Favourite connection: via Abu Dhabi
On this flight route, flights with a stopover in Abu Dhabi are the most popular.
Route
bookings
1 stopover Abu Dhabi
25h 00min, from £580
29 %
1 stopover Delhi Indira Gandhi
20h 55min, from £652
28 %
1 stopover Doha
23h 55min, from £630
27 %
Useful information about the flight from London Heathrow to Kolkata
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 | £494.82 |
|---|---|
| Distance | 7993 km |
| Departure airport | Airport London Heathrow (LHR) |
| Arrival airport | Airport Kolkata (Calcutta) (CCU) |
| Destination country | Flights to India |
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