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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kolkata to New Delhi:

• Earliest: departs at 00:30 and lands at 03:00
• Latest: departs at 23:20 and lands at 01:50.

The flight takes about 2h 30m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Kolkata to New Delhi:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Kolkata to New Delhi takes 2h 30m, covering 2,111 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Kolkata to New Delhi range from ₹ 10,616 to ₹ 13,657, with an average of ₹ 11,832 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 10,616 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the ₹ 11,832 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ₹ 10,076 return via Bengaluru Intl (BLR), compared with ₹ 11,830 for direct.

IndiGo is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Air India Express has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Kolkata to New Delhi flights are:

• IndiGo: 91% on time
• Air India Express: 89% on time
• Air India: 88% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 88% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ₹ 1,491–₹ 2,197 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Akasa Air and Air India Express. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Kolkata to New Delhi flights, with 32% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 28%, Evening flights for 20%, and Night flights for 20%.

One-way fares from Kolkata to New Delhi are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 7,345, which is 23% above the typical average for this route.

Flights from Kolkata to New Delhi usually depart from Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (CCU) and arrive at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Kolkata to New Delhi route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 56m.

One-stop flights from Kolkata to New Delhi most commonly connect through:

• Patna (PAT) – 32% of one-stop connections
• Bengaluru Intl (BLR) – 28% of one-stop connections
• Bagdogra (IXB) – 24% of one-stop connections
• Guwahati Borjhar (GAU) – 12% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Kolkata to New Delhi. Friday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 11,278 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ₹ 12,226, a difference of ₹ 948.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

5 airlines operate flights between Kolkata and New Delhi. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• IndiGo
• Air India
• Akasa Air
• SpiceJet
• Air India Express

Flying via Patna (PAT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 04m, compared to 7h 40m via Bagdogra (IXB) and 8h 37m via Guwahati Borjhar (GAU).

Some of the most popular sights in New Delhi are Karol Bagh, Pragati Maidan, and Lajpat Nagar Central Market. These are among the most viewed places in New Delhi on KAYAK.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• SpiceJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• IndiGo: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Akasa Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

There are several ways to get from New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to the downtown area. The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) operates a bus service to the city, while the Delhi Airport Metro Express offers a fast and efficient mode of transport. Ola and Uber are ride-sharing companies you can consider using, or you can opt for car rental or an airport taxi.

Yes, there are a few ATMs to be found at New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport. Citibank and Indus Ind Bank each have a machine in the domestic arrivals area of Terminal 3, and there are also several banks with airport offices, including Union Bank of India, SBI and Kotak Mahindra Bank.

There are well over 40 ‘Quick Service Restaurants’ at New Delhi Airport where you can grab some food to go as soon as you’ve got off your flight. Your options include @Cafe in the Terminal 3 arrivals area for some coffee and a light snack, while if you are at Terminal 1 there is a KFC as well as Chicago Pizza.

Yes, there are two hotels on-site at New Delhi Airport. You will find the ibis New Delhi Aerocity Hotel between Terminals 1 and 3, where you can book a room for the duration of your stay, or if you are in transit within the airport, there is the Holiday Inn Express New Delhi International Airport directly in Terminal 3.

If you’re travelling for work, or should you just want more comfort during the journey, you can look for airlines that provide you with a superior cabin class. For instance, Vistara provide a Business Class option to passengers. This includes a cradle recliner seat, so you can rest ahead of any meeting you have in New Delhi.

If you want to go on a flight that emits less carbon dioxide, you can use the KAYAK search filter to list flights in order of CO2 output. For example, Air India completes this route releasing about 73% less CO2 than the industry standard. This means that the airline releases about 138 kg CO2 per passenger instead of 506 kg CO2.

If you want to eat during your flight you should check that the airline you are booking with includes food in the ticket cost. For instance, Vistara provides a meal during the flight, whereas SpiceJet also offers a light meal, but this comes at an additional cost.

Even though you can take a direct flight on this route, you might find it more convenient to fly with an airline that includes a transfer. For instance, AirAsia India commonly stops at Bhubaneswar Airport (BBI), whereas IndiGo tends to transfer at Patna Airport (PAT).