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Cheap Flight Deals from London to Kolkata (LON-CCU)

 
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Recent return flight deals from London to Kolkata

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09:45 - 09:45LHR-CCU
19h 30m1 stop
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06:25 - 19:30CCU-LHR
17h 35m1 stop
£371Air India
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Wed, 11 Jun - Mon, 30 Jun
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09:45 - 09:45LHR-CCU
19h 30m1 stop
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00:55 - 11:30CCU-LHR
15h 05m1 stop
£372Air India
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Tue, 17 Jun - Sat, 28 Jun
Etihad Airways Logo
21:45 - 20:20LHR-CCU
18h 05m1 stop
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03:45 - 15:15CCU-LHR
16h 00m1 stop
£460Etihad Airways
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Thu, 9 Oct - Tue, 14 Oct
Etihad Airways Logo
21:45 - 20:20LHR-CCU
18h 05m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
03:45 - 18:45CCU-LHR
19h 30m1 stop
£473Etihad Airways
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Sat, 20 Sep - Tue, 14 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
08:05 - 02:20LHR-CCU
13h 45m1 stop
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03:50 - 14:10CCU-LHR
14h 50m1 stop
£527Qatar Airways
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Tue, 9 Sep - Mon, 15 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
09:00 - 02:20LGW-CCU
12h 50m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
03:50 - 13:25CCU-LGW
14h 05m1 stop
£545Qatar Airways
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Tue, 9 Sep - Mon, 15 Sep
IndiGo Logo
05:20 - 12:55LGW-CCU
27h 05m2 stops
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02:00 - 16:15CCU-LGW
18h 45m2 stops
£574IndiGo
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Thu, 11 Sep - Thu, 18 Sep
Emirates Logo
14:55 - 08:10STN-CCU
12h 45m1 stop
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09:45 - 18:45CCU-STN
13h 30m1 stop
£578Emirates
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Wed, 11 Jun - Tue, 24 Jun
IndiGo Logo
05:20 - 12:55LGW-CCU
27h 05m2 stops
IndiGo Logo
22:15 - 16:15CCU-LGW
22h 30m2 stops
£583IndiGo
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Thu, 11 Sep - Fri, 19 Sep
Emirates Logo
21:10 - 19:15STN-CCU
17h 35m1 stop
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09:45 - 18:45CCU-STN
13h 30m1 stop
£597Emirates
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Tue, 9 Sep - Tue, 16 Sep

KAYAK's insights & trends for London to Kolkata flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from London to Kolkata to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.
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Planning a trip from London to Kolkata? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Kolkata?

The average price of all round-trip flights from London to Kolkata clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For London to Kolkata, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Kolkata back to London, the best deals are generally found on Friday, with Monday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Kolkata?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Kolkata, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from London to Kolkata is March, where tickets cost £472 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,061 and £754 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Kolkata?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Kolkata, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from London to Kolkata, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from London to Kolkata

Low season

May

High season

December
Best time to beat the crowds (19% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (75% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from London to Kolkata

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London to Kolkata based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from London to Kolkata

  • Which London airport is easier to get to?

    Heathrow Airport is closer to the city centre, and the London Underground has a direct connection to Heathrow’s terminals. The Heathrow Express and Heathrow Connect trains will take roughly 15min and 30min respectively from Paddington Station. Gatwick, located halfway between London and Brighton, might be a good option if you’re travelling from south London or the south of England. If coming from the city centre, a roughly 30min express train from Victoria Station is available, as well as coaches, which take more than an hour but are a much cheaper option.

  • Are there onsite hotels at Kolkata Airport?

    The retiring rooms and dormitories inside the airport are reserved for passengers in transit; however, there are several options nearby: the Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport is about 0.5 miles away from the international terminal, while Hotel Airways and Airport City Hotel are both less than a mile away with shuttle services (free at Airport City Hotel).

  • What are my transportation options from Kolkata Airport?

    Taxi services are a popular option and relatively cheap; prepaid taxis are available and cost no more than around Rs 500 (£5) to reach the city centre. Various air-conditioned buses connect the airport to different parts of the city: VS1 connects the airport with the city centre, VS2 connects the airport with Howrah Station, and V1 heads towards Tollygunge. The airport has a train station, but Dum Dum Junction (3 miles from the airport) is the more useful station, as it is the main hub for the Kolkata metro.

  • How family-friendly are the airports?

    London airports as well as Kolkata Airport have baby changing rooms; Heathrow and Gatwick have several children’s play areas, and Gatwick has strollers freely available for use.

  • Where can I stay at hotels at London’s airports?

    With a long flight to prepare for, it’s a good idea to sleep at an airport hotel so you’re fresh for the journey. For example, Aerotel is located in Terminals 2 and 3 at Heathrow Airport. Alternatively, you can find Courtyard by Marriott at Luton Airport (LTN) and Gatwick Airport, whereas if you’re flying from Stansted Airport or London City Airport (LCY), you can stay at Holiday Inn Express. To ensure you aren’t late for your flight, you can also request a wake-up call in the morning.

  • What other cities does Kolkata Airport (CCU) serve?

    Kolkata Airport only serves Kolkata itself but also many other nearby towns and cities. For instance, you can drive from the airport to Habra in about 1h 20min, to Baruipur in around 1h 10min and to Dankuni in approximately 40 minutes.

  • How can I lower my carbon emissions by taking a specific flight from London to Kolkata?

    You can find airlines that release fewer carbon emissions whilst operating this route. For example, Air India completes the journey from London to Kolkata releasing about 42% less CO2 than the industry standard.

  • Is there Wi-Fi on flights from London to Kolkata Airport?

    You can stay in touch with friends or chat with work colleagues if you look for a flight that provides internet on board. For instance, KLM provides Wi-Fi to its passengers, so you can stay connected throughout the trip.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London to Kolkata?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from London to Kolkata was £249 for a one-way ticket and £496 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from London to Kolkata?

    On your way to Kolkata, you’ll fly out from one of these London airports: London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, or London Stansted. You’ll be landing at Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Kolkata?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London to Kolkata?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between London and Kolkata, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to Kolkata from London?

    New Delhi is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from London to Kolkata.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to Kolkata, Emirates or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Kolkata are Emirates and KLM. With an average price for the route of £645 and an overall rating of 8.0, Emirates is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £352 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to Kolkata?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to Kolkata.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to Kolkata?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kolkata from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to Kolkata?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Kolkata with an airline and back to London with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to Kolkata?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Kolkata from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from London to Kolkata

  • London has six airports, but generally, only Heathrow Airport (LHR) or Gatwick Airport (LGW) will fly to Kolkata Airport (CCU) without airline changes. You can fly direct from Heathrow Airport to Kolkata Airport via Air India.
  • Heathrow has more flights and amenities, but its size and traffic mean longer queues than the more efficient Gatwick. Fast-track security access can be pre-booked at Heathrow for around £12.50
  • You can park for free for up to 2h at Heathrow and Gatwick’s long-stay car park. For longer-term parking, an external parking provider may be worth your consideration, as they can be up to four times cheaper than official airport parking, which is around £30 a day for Heathrow and £22 a day for Gatwick.
  • If you enjoy watching planes, Heathrow’s Gate 15 and 16 in Terminal 4 feature binoculars and a 270-degree view of the southern runway. If you enjoy reading, The London Evening Standard and popular magazines can be picked up for free at Gatwick via Green Bug Media pick-up points.
  • Kolkata Airport serves the Kolkata metropolitan area and is located 9.3 miles from the city centre. Journey times by car can range from 30min to over 1h 30min depending on traffic. Battery-operated golf carts may be hired from the terminal at the check in, arrival, and aerobridge corridors at Kolkata Airport for use by senior citizens and the less able-bodied.
  • If you are disabled or have a mobility issue, you can request assistance from your airline prior to your arrival at any of London’s airports. It’s highly recommended that you contact them at least 2 days before your flight, so they have time to make necessary arrangements.
  • As flights from London to Kolkata are relatively long, you might want to boost your comfort during the journey. You can use the search filters on KAYAK to search for cabin class. For example, Emirates provides First Class seating on flights from Stansted Airport (STN), Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Heathrow Airport (LHR). All these flights require a transfer at Dubai Airport (DXB).
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Top 5 airlines serving from London to Kolkata

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from London to Kolkata. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3205 reviews
8.2Entertainment
8.3Crew
7.8Food
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
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Over - amazing. The aircraft is somewhat old on this route.

10.0 ExcellentAvidan, Mar 2025DXB - NBO
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Over - amazing. The aircraft is somewhat old on this route.

Ove the A380 planes. Comfortable seats. Served great Indian food and Masala Chai!

no problem with Emirates it was the underpricer subcontractor Who was ridiculous

Excellent comfort and entertainment. Service poor..Food average with little choice.

Comfort good. Service as usual poor. Cabin temperature as usual too cold, about 15 degrees

Thay crew was so nice.Air hostess il ham was so nice.my mom was little scray with airplan turbulence she help us alot.

Flight left on time. Bags came quickly. Crew was nice. But internet never worked and the food was awful.

Boarding, seats, entertainment and service were all great. The food was great except for the fact that there were too many sweet items.

Flight was pathetic, felt like a old plane was modified and brought in service. Didnt like the aircraft at all. Crew and services were good.but aircraft totally dissappointment.

Flight attendants were great. Comfort of seat and lie down bed pretty good. Food was very mediocre. Wine was good (red French wine) although I should have taken advantage of having more! :-) it was too late on the flight From znz—I was tired…then too early from Dubai. Woman sitting behind me dropped a full bag of garbage on my head while I was sleeping…orange peels, wet partially eaten food and very smelly food garbage which I literally had to pick out of my hair, off my face and away from my pillow. Not the airlines fault but still a very unpleasant experience.

The American/Hollywood movies in the entertainment system lack english subtitles, they tend to have only arabic subtitles. Coupled with the low quality airplane earphones and cabin noise, it sometimes is difficult to follow the movie dialogues.

The space was tight, hardly any leg room and the crew surprisingly were busy and did not take the time to attend to passengers, felt rushed. There was a delay for check in since the systems were down the airport staffs were accommodating

I was denied lounge facility at airport. Explanation was not satisfactory.

I purchased Qatar airways after seeing ads about its service. To my surprise Qatar is marketing gimmick and horrible airlines which I don’t recommend to anyone Flight was dirty including flight from Miami to Doha And Doha airport restrooms are dirty On top of this they use this pathetic cheap indigo From Doha to Hyderabad which I will never fly Also they lost one of my baggage in Indigo and still waiting to receive it. I will never travel Qatar and will never recommend

Aircraft was spacious compared to American Airlines, food was great, entertainment was much better with a wide variety of options, and the crew was very polite.

riding in first class, you don't expect every time you order your dinner or breakfast that the first thing the stewardess says is Let me see if we have any left. Also, the food selection was not great: 3 of 4 entrees had mushrooms and I dont eat mushrooms, the 4th item was 'let me see if we have any left' and this was within 30 mins of entering the flight! Same experience level, it didn't feel first class this round.

The overall flight experience between Doha and Kolkata was satisfactory. The staff onboard were notably engaged, responsive, and enthusiastic, providing a level of service that stood out, especially when compared to the less attentive crew on the earlier leg from Heathrow to Doha. Their eagerness to assist made the journey more pleasant. Additionally, the time spent at the Silver Lounge in Doha contributed positively to the experience. The lounge offered a comfortable and relaxing environment, with adequate amenities and attentive staff. Overall, both the flight and the lounge experience in Doha met expectations, making for a smooth and satisfactory travel experience.

The rows of seats in economy class are seriously close to one another making eating and resting just about impossible - there is hardly any legroom. Anyone larger than average size would have an incredibly uncomfortable flight. I had to basically share my seat with the lady passenger next to me as she was too big to fit into her allotted seat.

Check in desk people constrained by fear. Obvious typo on Uganda visa, even though approved, caused loss of flight. Something is definitely wrong with this system.

Being a platinum member, no attention given. No towel or tissue provided.

Took a long time for boarding. The flight was comfortable.

Extremely bad food, they never gave our bags in time, the online check-in did not let us check in because we had Indian OCI not sure why we were given the option to check in then, because we couldn’t check in online we had to go in person and we were not able to change our seats and sit with our family

The staff were wonderful but the seats weren't very comfortable for a bigger guy like me.

we were delayed from Athens to Abu Dhabi by an hour and a half, so I had trouble connecting the flight from there to Bali. It could have been done had they waited even 15 mins. There was another lady who was in the same boat. By the time we were half way across the terminal, they have actually already issued different flights for us to go Jakarta then to Bali. Not to mention the inconvenience of waiting over 4 hrs at the airport and the subsequent inconvenience, we did not arrive to Bali till after 800pm the next day, which means I paid for the hotel for nothing when I could have been there before noon the next day! There was little explanation. It was just as well I needed some assistance getting around, otherwise the 2 of us would have been completely lost! Not going to fly with them again!

This flight was a dreamliner so I think the space was ok for the legs, but the option for food was again limited and the crew was same.

Boarding was efficient, had to check in cabin luggage. Seats were narrow, food was more in quantity, received cabin luggage on the luggage belt which was fine.

Needs better seat for business class. My seat was falling apart. Also no WiFi on that flight

Boarding catastrophic let alone have to claimb the plain rather than using jetway. 5.5 hr delay leaving had to do stop in Lgw for a new crew which further compounded the delay. Connecting flight would not wait and had to pend a night in a hotel. Curiously my seat would not go full flat.

Good. The food was very bad. Except for the chicken rice, rest of the dish went to trash.

In never flown this flight, because my flight coning from Barcelona was delayed.

I did not fly by vergin atlantic from bangalore to vasco da gama

Your flight delayed at Heathrow n I almost missed my mother funeral.you idiots. I had to waste 10 hours in different airports. Thank your stars I'm not suing you.

Miami airport needs more thorough signage. It was a long walk from my transport point to the check in desk,

Flight took off an hour late. Had to stay on the tarmac for half an hour after landing. Both annoying.

We had an unfortunate experience where we had to leave the aircraft after boarding, shortly before the scheduled takeoff time, and re-board. The reason given was that a passenger felt ill and had to cancel their plans and therefor their luggage had to be found and removed.

We’ve used VA before many times the experience is always been good they have lovely staff and the food is always delicious.

Everything about the flight was amazing from check in to boarding entertainment was okay food we didn’t try.

Seats were old and dirty, for a long haul flight you expect to be able to recline and for the av to work properly. Choice for vegans was fruit….

The Virgin Atlantic crew was very good. However, the equipment was OK, the seats were OK, but her bags did not arrive with me. Two bags showed up a day later and I’m still waiting for my third back.

The crew was very good. However, the equipment was a bit dated. Some of the electronics were not working. To top it, three bags didn’t arrive with me. Two of them were delivered a day later. I’m still waiting for the third bag, I was so looking forward to this virgin Atlantic flight, but, I am disappointed.

Why should I rate entertainment if I’ve not used? You don’t have NA - Not Applicable option.

my experience with kayak was terrible. Team kayak just left me with a booking and limbo and preffered not to contact me.. Instead when I contacted the team they said the booking is cancelled. Seriously 5 days after booking u were waiting of my call to inform me of the incompetence of the team. This will be taken up with higher authorities

only passenger seats are too much narrow. It’s not comfortable otherwise it’s good. Seats are very important because it’s main in Travel

Miss my flight from delhi to amritsar due to lock the luggage door of airplane.and there was no more flight even for next days and they not refund the fare. I took bus grom delhi.. bad experiance.

very run down aircraft. seat tilted. the mobile / magazine holder was broken. The entertainment screen was not working. The crew was good, polite and helpful

Boarding was through bus even though aerobridges were empty. Major mess

Never can get flight and nof light for three days .finally travel by bus. Very bad experience.

Poor hygiene in the lavatories. Limited control of passengers who often were up standing around my seat talking loudly with their friends.

Extremely bad experience compared to Vistara. No priority in check in, no priority for boarding. No upgrade. Seat selection is paid. Curtains were dirty. Demo bag was dirty. Warmth of the crew was missing.

Too many changes in departure time (4-5 times before the actual departure time was determined) with no reasons provided.

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