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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New Delhi to Kolkata:

• Earliest: departs at 02:30 and lands at 04:43
• Latest: departs at 23:45 and lands at 01:58.

The flight takes about 2h 13m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from New Delhi to Kolkata:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A direct flight from New Delhi to Kolkata takes 2h 13m, covering 2,111 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from New Delhi to Kolkata range from ₹ 10,641 to ₹ 14,031, with an average of ₹ 11,751 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 10,641 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the ₹ 11,751 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct and stopover fares are close on average, with direct at ₹ 11,744 return and stopover options via Bagdogra (IXB) at ₹ 11,471.

IndiGo is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Air India has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on New Delhi to Kolkata flights are:

• IndiGo: 85% on time
• Air India: 84% on time
• Akasa Air: 83% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 83% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ₹ 2,212–₹ 2,212 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air India and IndiGo. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on New Delhi to Kolkata flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 25%, Afternoon flights for 21%, and Night flights for 20%.

One-way fares from New Delhi to Kolkata are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 7,630, which is 25% above the typical average for this route.

Flights from New Delhi to Kolkata usually depart from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) and arrive at Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (CCU).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the New Delhi to Kolkata route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 07m.

One-stop flights from New Delhi to Kolkata most commonly connect through:

• Patna (PAT) – 73% of one-stop connections
• Bagdogra (IXB) – 18% of one-stop connections
• Guwahati Borjhar (GAU) – 5% of one-stop connections
• Lucknow Amausi (LKO) – 5% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from New Delhi to Kolkata. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 11,293 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ₹ 13,286, a difference of ₹ 1,993.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

5 airlines operate flights between New Delhi and Kolkata. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• IndiGo
• Air India
• Akasa Air
• SpiceJet
• Air India Express

Flying via Lucknow Amausi (LKO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 36m, compared to 4h 41m via Patna (PAT) and 5h 46m via Guwahati Borjhar (GAU).

Some of the most popular sights in Kolkata are National Library and Alipur Zoo. These are among the most viewed places in Kolkata on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating New Delhi to Kolkata flights:

• IndiGo: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• SpiceJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• IndiGo: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Akasa Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

If you need to leave your car at New Delhi Airport, there are several options and extra amenities that you’ll have access to, including air pressure checks, pollution checks, tire inflation and more. Daily rates vary by car park and added amenities, but they generally start at around ₹520 per day.

There are swathes of unregistered taxis at Kolkata Airport, which can lead to unsafe trips and vastly fluctuating prices. For flat rates and more regulation, you can pre-book registered Bengal Taxi Association Taxis at the taxi stand outside of the arrivals area. Pre-booked fares to the city centre shouldn’t cost more than around ₹500.

Indira Gandhi Airport has a wide range of different airport restaurant options in each terminal, including Falafel Express, Flying Bites, Moti Mahal, McDonald’s, Subway, Urban Food Market and many more. Wherever you are in Indira Gandhi Airport, there are several convenient dining options nearby to choose from for a quick snack before your flight.

If you’d prefer to avoid public transport and have your own vehicle for exploring Kolkata, you can hire one from the airport’s onsite rental car agency: WENZ International. If you’d prefer to rent with another agency, you can shop around and book ahead with Kolkata Airport’s rental car search engine.

If you are travelling for business, or if you just want enhanced comfort, you can look for airlines that provide you with exclusive cabin classes. For example, Vistara operate this route with a Business Class option, which gives you a fully reclining seat so you can rest ahead of any meetings you may have once you land.

If you are environmentally minded you can use the KAYAK search function to find flights that emit less carbon dioxide. For example, Air India complete this route releasing about 72% less CO2 compared to the average airline. This means that rather than 487 kg CO2 being emitted per passenger it releases about 138 kg CO2.

Even though the flight is relatively short between these two cities, you can still find airlines that provide you with food on board. For example, Vistara provide a light meal to passengers, whilst Air India also provides breakfast, lunch or dinner, depending on the time of day it is.

Whilst there are direct flights to Kolkata Airport (CCU), you might find it more convenient to travel on an indirect route. One of the common stopover locations for this route is Ranchi Airport (IXR), which is often used by IndiGo.