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There are currently no direct flights between London and Kolkata. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $851 (round-trip)
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Shortest trip • 12h 34m (one-way)
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2 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 7% compared to booking last minute.
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September
Cheapest • 13% price drop
October
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Cheap Flights from London to Kolkata (LHR-CCU)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from London to Kolkata that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from London to Kolkata

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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.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport to Kolkata is September, where tickets cost $726 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,234 and $1,035 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport to Kolkata, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 7% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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Low season

April
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower 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 round-trips 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 London to Kolkata flights

  • Are there any lounges or quiet spaces to work from in Heathrow (LHR)?

    If you’re looking for a quiet space to work from in Heathrow (LHR), a good choice is the Plaza Premium Lounge in Terminal 2, where Air India departs from. You can book entry to the lounge online, and prices start at around £40. Opening hours are from 05:00 to 21:00. The lounge has designated work areas, as well as food, drinks, and showers available.

  • I land very late in Kolkata (CCU). Are there any hotels within easy reach of the airport?

    There is a range of hotels suited to all budgets close to Kolkata Airport (CCU). If you’re looking for a mid-range option, Ethnotel is a three-star hotel just under 1 mile away. It has an on-site restaurant. The Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport is another safe bet. Both offer an airport shuttle service.

  • What’s the fastest way to get to the centre of Kolkata from the airport?

    If you want to get to the centre of Kolkata in the shortest time, you can opt for a taxi, which takes around 50min. There are governmental prepaid taxis and local companies RadioTaxi or Megacabs; prepaid taxis cost around ₹350 (£3.50). Uber and Ola Cabs are also available to order via the apps.

  • How can I reach central Kolkata by public transport from the airport?

    Buses go regularly from Kolkata Airport (CCU) to the city centre. Buses run from 08:00 to 21:30, every 10–20min. Rides take around 1h 30min. You can find the bus stop on the arrivals level of the main terminal.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between London and Kolkata?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in London and on arrival in Kolkata.

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

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

  • 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 round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Kolkata with an airline and back to London with another airline. Booking your flights between London and CCU can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • 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.

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

  • For travellers flying from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kolkata Airport (CCU), Air India offers direct weekly flights on this route.
  • If the direct flight times don’t work for you, or you’re in need of something more budget-friendly, you can fly indirect from Heathrow (LHR) to Kolkata (CCU) with Air India. Some of the fastest options have a stopover in New Delhi (DEL). Total travel time is then around 15h.
  • If you need to change money before flying out from Heathrow (LHR), you can do so at one of several Travelex exchange shops. In Terminal 2, these can be found before and after security. Opening times are from 06:00 to 22:00.
  • For travellers who need special assistance at Heathrow, it’s best to inform the airline at least 48h in advance. For those with hidden disabilities such as autism or dementia, you can pick up a lanyard to wear so that airport staff are aware and ready to help if need be. In Terminal 2 you can pick this up from behind Hall C in the check-in zone.
  • For families with children, Heathrow (LHR) has a designated lane to make going through security smoother. Other facilities for kids in Terminal 2 include the Stay & Play playground, located after security close to Gate 16. The playground is suitable for children up to age 9. Heathrow also offers a Kids Eat Free scheme at several restaurants.
  • For those of you in a hurry, the best way to get to Heathrow (LHR) is via the express train from central London. The trip takes around 15–30min.

Everything you need to know for your flight from London to Kolkata

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London (LHR)
Kolkata (CCU)