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Cheapest round-trip
$881
Typical prices: $826-$1,326
China Eastern
Mon 1/22Sun 2/11
MEL - CCU • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$300
Typical prices: $413-$695
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/28
MEL - CCU • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Kolkata. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
11 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 37% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL)
Cheapest • Avg $972 (round-trip)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK)
Shortest trip • 15h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Kolkata (MEL-CCU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Melbourne to Kolkata

Fri, Jan 22 - Thu, Feb 11
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10:30 pm - 12:10 amMEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
31h 10m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui
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1:10 am - 11:00 amCCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
28h 20m2 stops Kunming Changshui Nanjing Lukou Intl
$881China Eastern
Fri, Jan 22 - Thu, Feb 11
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10:30 pm - 12:10 amMEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
31h 10m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Hengyang Kunming Changshui
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1:10 am - 11:00 amCCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
28h 20m3 stops Kunming Changshui Xi'an Xianyang Nanjing Lukou Intl
$881China Eastern
Fri, Jan 22 - Thu, Feb 11
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10:30 pm - 12:10 amMEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
31h 10m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Ji'an Ji An/Jing Gang Shan Kunming Changshui
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1:10 am - 11:00 amCCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
28h 20m2 stops Kunming Changshui Nanjing Lukou Intl
$881China Eastern
Fri, Jan 22 - Thu, Feb 11
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12:00 pm - 12:10 amMEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
41h 40m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui
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1:10 am - 11:00 amCCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
28h 20m3 stops Kunming Changshui Xi'an Xianyang Nanjing Lukou Intl
$881China Eastern
Fri, Jan 22 - Fri, Feb 12
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1:10 pm - 11:55 amMEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
28h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
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7:00 am - 10:15 amCCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
21h 45m1 stop Phuket City
$884IndiGo
Mon, Jan 18 - Mon, Mar 8
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1:25 pm - 12:10 pmMEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
28h 15m2 stops Singapore Changi Chennai
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11:20 pm - 5:40 amCCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
24h 50m2 stops Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
$903Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 23
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5:10 pm - 1:55 amMEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
38h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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3:25 am - 11:20 pmCCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
38h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$954Qatar Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Kolkata flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata?

Round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata typically range from $826 to $1,326. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $881, on China Eastern.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata at $677 round-trip.
•December ($1,338) and April ($1,163) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 97% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Kolkata flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$300
Beat the crowds with an average 74% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 138% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata

When to book flights from Melbourne to Kolkata

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Kolkata based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to Kolkata flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata.

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata?

    A nonstop flight from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata takes 00m, covering 5,543 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Kolkata flight?

    Round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata range from $826 to $1,326, with an average of $1,068 over the past 12 months. Anything below $826 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Melbourne Airport to Kolkata flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the $1,068 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $881 to $3,694. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $525.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (CCU).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata most commonly connect through:

    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) - 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $909 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,179, a difference of $270.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata?

    Flying via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 50m, compared with 17h 22m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 17h 30m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Kolkata?

    Kolkata is 5 hours behind Melbourne Airport (India Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Are there direct flights from Melbourne to Kolkata?

    Unfortunately, there are no direct flights offered between these two destinations. These routes typically require at least a single stopover along the way. Some of the faster flights are offered by Malaysian Airlines and AirAsia and will often have a stopover at Kuala Lumpur International (KUL) before heading to Kolkata. You will also find flights with stopovers in Singapore (SIN) or flights with multiple stops in both Perth (PER) and Singapore.

  • How do I get from the Airport to the city centre?

    One of the more popular transport options for getting from the airport to the city is through local taxi apps. Kolkata Airport has a designated pick-up section outside of the main terminal for local taxi apps. These will cost around A$ 6.50. Another option is to catch an airport taxi from outside of the arrivals terminal, which will cost close to A$ 10. These trips are likely to take around 50min, depending on traffic.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Kolkata flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $909, about $270 less than Saturday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Kolkata trip for February. Fares historically average $677 round-trip in that month - typically $661 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra Airport.

    • Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport By IHG
    • Treebo Hoops - Airport, Vip Road
  • If you’re in Melbourne Airport (MEL) for a while before your flight, you can spend time in one of the open-access lounges like The House Lounge. The cost will be around A$ 50 and includes facilities like showers, Wi-Fi, magazines, and a pay-as-you-go a la carte menu and bar services.
  • If you are in need of medical assistance prior to your arrival, you can contact the Arrivals Medical Assistance Department of Kolkata Airport (CCU) to arrange assistance.
  • Transport services and other amenities in Kolkata will not accept Australian dollars. You will find ATMs on the Departures and Arrivals levels, outside of the terminal buildings, and outside.
  • You will find baby-changing facilities at Melbourne Airport T2 International Arrivals section between baggage carousel 5 and 6, as well as opposite the Australian Border Force, and in the passageway between T2 and T3.

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