London Heathrow Kolkata | 18/05/24 1 Stopover (DOH) QR0016, QR0540 23h 55min | 30/05/24 1 Stopover (DOH) QR0541, QR0007 14h 50min | Qatar Airways | £664 Found several days ago | Check | ||
Best option London Heathrow Kolkata | 18/05/24 1 Stopover (DOH) QR0010, QR0540 12h 50min | 30/05/24 1 Stopover (DOH) QR0541, QR0003 13h 55min | Qatar Airways | ? | £684 Found several days ago | Check | |
London Heathrow Kolkata | 18/05/24 1 Stopover (DOH) QR0006, QR0540 13h 25min | 30/05/24 1 Stopover (DOH) QR0541, QR0003 13h 55min | Qatar Airways | ? | £685 Found several days ago | Check | |
London Heathrow Kolkata | 18/05/24 1 Stopover (DEL) AI0162, AI0401 18h 45min | 30/05/24 1 Stopover (BOM) AI0775, AI0129 22h 25min | Air India | £702 Found several days ago | Check | ||
London Heathrow Kolkata | 18/05/24 1 Stopover (DOH) QR0016, QR0540 23h 55min | 30/05/24 1 Stopover (DOH) QR0541, QR0007 14h 50min | Qatar Airways | £706 Found several days ago | Check | ||
London Heathrow Kolkata | 18/05/24 1 Stopover (DEL) AI0162, AI0401 18h 45min | 30/05/24 1 Stopover (BOM) UK0772, AI0129 28h 30min | Air India | ? | £748 Found several days ago | Check | |
London Heathrow Kolkata | 18/05/24 1 Stopover (DXB) EK0030, EK0570 34h 55min | 30/05/24 1 Stopover (DXB) EK0571, EK0005 15h 00min | Emirates Airline | £920 Found several days ago | Check | ||
London Heathrow Kolkata | 18/05/24 2 Stopovers (HEL, DEL) AY1340, AY0121, UK0705 21h 45min | 30/05/24 2 Stopovers (DEL, HEL) UK0738, AY0122, AY1337 26h 50min | Finnair, Vistara | £1,148 Found several days ago | Check | ||
London Heathrow Kolkata | 18/05/24 2 Stopovers (ZRH, BOM) LX0345, LX0154, LX4822 23h 05min | 30/05/24 2 Stopovers (BOM, ZRH) LX4823, LX0155, LX0316 18h 55min | Swiss International Air Lines | ? | £1,494 Found several days ago | Check |
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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.
Flight information: London Heathrow - Kolkata
Outbound and return from | £663.02 |
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Distance | 7993 km |
Departure airport | London Heathrow (LHR) |
Arrival airport | Kolkata (Calcutta) (CCU) |
Destination country | India |
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