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R15 793+ Cheap flights to Kolkata

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— CCU
Jan 5 — Jan 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Kolkata in 2025

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Cheapest flights to Kolkata
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kolkata. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 6 December 2025.

Tue 9/129:50JNB - CCU
1 stop13h 20mEtihad Airways
Tue 16/1220:55CCU - JNB
1 stop14h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/12R20 470
Tue 9/1210:25JNB - CCU
3 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/127:05CCU - JNB
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12R21 758
Sat 20/1213:25JNB - CCU
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/115:10CCU - JNB
3 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12R23 554
Sat 20/1213:25JNB - CCU
1 stop25h 55mEmirates
Wed 7/19:15CCU - JNB
1 stop28h 40mEmirates
Deal found 4/12R26 011

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Find the latest flights to Kolkata in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 6 December 2025.

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R17 843
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 21/2-25/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 40h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Kolkata
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JohannesburgKolkata

JNB - CCU

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/2

14:30-14:15

2 stops20h 15m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Wed 25/2

20:35-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

R15 793

JohannesburgKolkata

JNB - CCU

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

8:20-9:50

2 stops22h 00m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Sun 25/1

21:00-13:05

2 stops19h 35m

R15 979

JohannesburgKolkata

JNB - CCU

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/2

19:55-22:25

1 stop23h 00m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Wed 25/2

23:40-6:10

1 stop34h 00m

R18 030

JohannesburgKolkata

JNB - CCU

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

13:25-7:40

1 stop14h 45m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Sun 25/1

9:15-5:35

1 stop23h 50m

R18 453

JohannesburgKolkata

JNB - CCU

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/12

13:25-17:50

2 stops24h 55m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Wed 7/1

15:10-15:50

3 stops28h 10m

R23 554

JohannesburgKolkata

JNB - CCU

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/2

11:30-1:55

2 stops34h 55m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Tue 24/2

3:25-16:00

1 stop16h 05m

R24 079

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Kolkata. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Kolkata, you should look to book at least 1 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Kolkata?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Kolkata takes 13 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Kolkata from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Kolkata?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kolkata are Emirates, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air.

Emirates
Emirates
From R12 412
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R12 682
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R10 998
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R14 616

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kolkata?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kolkata are Ethiopian Air, Singapore Airlines and Emirates.

Rainfall in Kolkata by month

Plan your trip to Kolkata by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kolkata ranges from 7.0 - 356.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 356.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Kolkata when rainfall is around 7.0 mm.

Temperature in Kolkata by month

Plan your trip to Kolkata by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kolkata, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 31.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 20.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kolkata

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kolkata. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kolkata. Reviews last updated 6 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines serving India, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 411 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 676 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 330 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
903 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

FAQs about flying to Kolkata

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kolkata?

    If you book a flight to Kolkata, you will be flying into Netaji S. Chandra, which is the city’s only airport. Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (CCU) is located 13,4 km from the centre of Kolkata.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kolkata if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kolkata on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kolkata?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kolkata.

  • Does Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra?

    Yes. Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Couples friendly Hotel is the closest property to Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (0,0 km away from Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra).

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