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Kolkata

Kolkata

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Population-
City CodeCCU
Popular Airlines
  • Thai Airways International
  • Singapore Airlines
  • Biman Bangladesh Airlines
Flight Time16~22 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.

Voice of Travelers to Kolkata (Calcutta)

Etihad Airways ticket deal to Kolkata is totally worth it

Hello, my name is Deepak Navlani. I'm from Dubai. I want to commend Etihad Airways for an excellent service. I booked a ticket to Kolkata with them. The ticket selling platform was fast and efficient. I was comfortable the whole flight. My legs were not cramped up. The flight crew were very friendly, accommodating, and kind. They were quick to respond to all the passengers' needs. The flight itself was smooth, we experienced little turbulence. The food I ordered in-flight was delicious and fresh. And, I had fun watching the in-flight entertainment provided. I will soon book my other ticket with Etihad Airways.

Excellent ticket and flight service to Kolkata by Etihad

Hello. My name is Chris. I'm from Abu Dhabi. My friends and I booked a ticket to Kolkata with Etihad Airways. We were very impressed with their service. From buying the ticket to the flight itself, their service was unwavering. They were consistent in being good. The flight attendants were polite and friendly. The food tasted delicious. And, entertainment was delightful. I'll definitely book a ticket with them again.

Quick comment about Kolkata

I'm Andre, a local from Mumbai. My mom won a free ticket to Kolkata, which she decided to pass to me the round trip air ticket. I was a bit reluctant at first, but I took the free ticket to Kolkata. And when I got to Kolkata, I saw that the free ticket to Kolkata is a real jackpot prize. The place was great, it had a lot of stunning and detailed temples I can splurge in and visit. The Sundarbans was wonderful. It had a rich biodiversity of flora and fauna. Definitely, Kolkata is a place you must go to when you book a ticket to India.

Kolkata (Calcutta) Travel FAQs

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.

Kolkata (Calcutta) - Direct Flights to Major Airports

Airports handling direct flights to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport • Singapore Changi International Airport • Abu Dhabi International Airport • Suvarnabhumi International Airport • Indira Gandhi International Airport etc.

Flight Routes to Kolkata (Calcutta)

The Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport is one of India's main hubs. It serves tourists going to the West Bengal area. It's located at about 17km away from the Kolkata city center. Airline operators that offer a direct ticket to Kolkata include IndiGo and GoAir. Some other airlines are Air India, Etihad Airways, and Virgin Atlantic.