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(Updated: May, 08, 2025 01:01)

Kolkata

Kolkata

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16~22 hours

The flight time to Kolkata is approximately 16~22 hours. Find out more about the history, economy, climate and transportation options before you visit Kolkata.

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Kolkata (Calcutta)

Kolkata, a.k.a. Calcutta, is West Bengal's capital city, in India. It's located on the east of Hooghly River. Also, Kolkata serves as the oldest port city in India. Being near the equator, Kolkata has a wet-and-dry climate. Summers are dry, March through June. While, winters are rainy, December through January.

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What airlines offer ticket and direct flights to Kolkata?


There are many airline operators that serve a direct ticket to Kolkata. One of the main airlines is the China Eastern Airlines. Others include IndiGo, GoAir, Air India, and SpiceJet. Jet Airways, Etihad Airways, and Zoom Air are also flying to Kolkata. You can also book a ticket from Zoom Air, JetLite, Regent Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and Alliance Air. Some of the cities that have a direct ticket and flight to Kolkata are Delhi and Mumbai.

When is the best time to book a ticket to Kolkata?


The best time to book a ticket to Kolkata is during the dry season. So, book your ticket to Kolkata within March until June.

I booked a ticket to Kolkata, may I know the famous temples and churches/mosques I can visit?


Kolkata has a lot of temples and mosques you can visit. After booking your ticket to Kolkata, make sure to visit these during your free time. See the famous Dakshineswar Kali Temple. Temples you can visit are Kolkata Birla Mandir and Calcutta Jain Temple. Or, also visit the famous Belur Math. You can also visit mosques: Tipu Sultan, Hooghly Imambra, and Nakhoda Masjid. Or, pay a visit to the Kolkata St. Paul's Cathedral and Bandel Church.

I booked a ticket to Kolkata for a conference. Please recommend some good Kolkata attractions that offer wildlife and nature sights, that I can visit in my free time.


Kolkata has a good number of wildlife and nature sanctuaries. This includes the famous Sundarbans forest of the West Bengal area in India. After booking your ticket to Kolkata, you can include the following in your itinerary. Other parks you can visit are Maidan, Nicco Park, and New Town Eco Park. To see more animals, you can pay a visit to the Alipore Zoological Gardens.