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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kolkata from R9 836

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CCU
May 12 — May 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kolkata
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Kolkata. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 April 2026.

Tue 1/1212:45
JNB
-
CCU
1 stop33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 31/13:25
CCU
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/4R12 902
Wed 29/410:05
JNB
-
CCU
1 stop18h 35m
Emirates
Wed 6/59:50
CCU
-
JNB
1 stop14h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 7/4R17 902
Fri 22/510:05
JNB
-
CCU
1 stop18h 35m
Emirates
Fri 29/59:50
CCU
-
JNB
1 stop23h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 7/4R18 050
Fri 24/419:10
JNB
-
CCU
1 stop20h 35m
Emirates
Tue 28/49:50
CCU
-
JNB
1 stop23h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 8/4R18 230
Wed 29/48:20
JNB
-
CCU
2 stops27h 30m
Air India
Wed 6/523:00
CCU
-
JNB
2 stops24h 40m
Air India
Deal found 7/4R19 001

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Kolkata

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Kolkata (CCU). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 902

One-way from

R9 836

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R15 132
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 29/4-6/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Kolkata
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Air India
  • Air India
  • 27/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Kolkata
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R22 341 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 824 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Kolkata that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 12 April 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgKolkata

JNB - CCU

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

10:05-8:10

1 stop18h 35m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Fri 29/5

9:50-5:30

1 stop23h 10m

R18 050

JohannesburgKolkata

JNB - CCU

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

19:10-19:15

1 stop20h 35m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Tue 28/4

9:50-5:30

1 stop23h 10m

R18 230

JohannesburgKolkata

JNB - CCU

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

8:20-15:20

2 stops27h 30m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Wed 6/5

23:00-20:10

2 stops24h 40m

R19 001

JohannesburgKolkata

JNB - CCU

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

15:05-2:30

3 stops31h 55m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Tue 28/4

4:00-4:00

1 stop27h 30m

R21 394
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgKolkata

JNB - CCU

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

22:50-19:55

2 stops41h 35m

R9 836
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgKolkata

JNB - CCU

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

19:50-2:30

1 stop27h 10m

R10 820

JohannesburgKolkata

JNB - CCU

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

19:20-2:30

3 stops51h 40m

R13 000

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kolkata

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 10 April 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kolkata?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kolkata (average of R11 148). Flying from Johannesburg to Kolkata in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 492). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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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 12 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Johannesburg to Kolkata to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 554 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
3 554 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 554 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 554 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
7,3
Good
1 429 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 554 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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
1 000 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 554 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Kolkata. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (CCU) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to Kolkata. You should not have trouble finding flights to Netaji S. Chandra from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Kolkata airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 13,4 km journey from Netaji S. Chandra (CCU) to Kolkata’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Kolkata?

    Emirates can get you from Johannesburg to Kolkata in just under 18h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 8444 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kolkata round-trip?

    Currently priced at R11 145, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Johannesburg to Kolkata and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R12 418 and R13 823, respectively. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Kolkata for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Kolkata one-way?

    R6 585 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from R7 911 and R9 305, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Kolkata that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Kolkata flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Kolkata?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Kolkata.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Kolkata?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Kolkata by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kolkata?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kolkata (average of R11 148). Flying from Johannesburg to Kolkata in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 492). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 145AverageR12 050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 418AverageR13 134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 823AverageR15 428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR14 141AverageR14 883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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