LON - CCU

₹ 37,294 Find Cheap Flights from London to Kolkata

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Cheapest return fare
₹ 60,084
Typical prices: ₹ 74,964-₹ 59,048
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Sun 7/6Sun 14/6
LHR - CCU • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 37,294
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Thu 21/5
STN - CCU • 3 stops
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Cheapest • from ₹ 60,084 (return)
Best reviews • 8.1 score
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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 ₹ 64,978 (return)
Shortest trip • 12h 54m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 41% price drop
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Cheap Flights from London to Kolkata (LON-CCU)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return 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.
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Recent return flight deals from London to Kolkata

Sun, 7 Jun - Sun, 14 Jun
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14:40 - 21:30
LHR
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CCU
26h 20m
2 stops
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22:00 - 20:30
CCU
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LHR
27h 00m
2 stops
₹ 60,084Multiple Airlines
Tue, 29 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
08:10 - 02:30
LGW
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CCU
13h 50m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
04:00 - 13:25
CCU
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LGW
13h 55m
1 stop
₹ 60,084Qatar Airways
Fri, 5 Jun - Fri, 26 Jun
Etihad Airways Logo
14:45 - 03:00
LHR
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CCU
31h 45m
1 stop
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04:10 - 15:05
CCU
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LHR
15h 25m
1 stop
₹ 63,098Etihad Airways
Mon, 1 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun
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09:30 - 03:00
LHR
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CCU
13h 00m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
21:30 - 15:05
CCU
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LHR
22h 05m
1 stop
₹ 63,286Etihad Airways
Mon, 8 Jun - Mon, 29 Jun
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21:05 - 08:10
STN
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CCU
30h 35m
1 stop
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09:50 - 18:45
CCU
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STN
13h 25m
1 stop
₹ 68,560Emirates
Thu, 21 May - Tue, 26 May
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21:05 - 19:15
STN
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CCU
17h 40m
1 stop
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09:50 - 12:55
CCU
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STN
31h 35m
1 stop
₹ 68,748Emirates
Thu, 17 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep
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08:25 - 08:15
LCY
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CCU
19h 20m
2 stops
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19:00 - 08:50
CCU
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LCY
18h 20m
2 stops
₹ 70,255KLM
Tue, 29 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct
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08:25 - 08:15
LCY
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CCU
19h 20m
2 stops
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21:40 - 09:30
CCU
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LCY
16h 20m
2 stops
₹ 77,318KLM
Mon, 8 Jun - Mon, 29 Jun
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08:00 - 04:50
LCY
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CCU
16h 20m
2 stops
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17:40 - 08:40
CCU
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LCY
19h 30m
2 stops
₹ 119,509SWISS
Sun, 11 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
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19:15 - 09:45
LCY
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CCU
34h 00m
2 stops
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17:30 - 07:55
CCU
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LCY
19h 55m
2 stops
₹ 123,841SWISS
Booking Insights

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.

How much is a return flight from London to Kolkata?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from London to Kolkata departing in June.

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 May, where tickets cost ₹ 45,487 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₹ 132,505 and ₹ 113,764 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 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 13% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonMay
Cheapest flight₹ 37,294
Best time to beat the crowds (21% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (53% more expensive on average)
Flight from London Stansted Airport to Kolkata

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.
Estimated return price
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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.

  • 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 ₹ 37,294 for a one-way ticket and ₹ 60,084 for a return.

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

    London is served by 4 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in Kolkata. You will leave London from one of these airports: London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, or London Stansted. You will be arriving 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?

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Kolkata are Emirates and Etihad Airways. With an average price for the route of ₹ 71,865 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Etihad Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of ₹ 77,740 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • 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.

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.

Reviews of the top airlines flying 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from London to Kolkata? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3568 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
8.3Crew
8.2Entertainment
7.9Food
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Flight and entertainment great. Food needs to be improved, only one choice on the menu. Staff worked well throughout.

8.0 ExcellentRoy, Feb 2026
DXB - STN
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Flight and entertainment great. Food needs to be improved, only one choice on the menu. Staff worked well throughout.

Everything was great except the boarding experience. After the check in, they "packed us" in a small area, very hot there. It would be nice to be aware of this, I'd wait on the outside area

Chaos at the gate while boarding - no clear signs or announcements

This777-300 is configured 2/3/2 for Biz class straight out of the 80s!!! Not to mention seats are narrow, bed does NOT FULLY RECLINE FLAT as advertised, and purser didn’t know that!! ARM REST HAS A REMOTE TABLET ON IT FURTHER CONFINING THE ALREADY NARROW SPACE!!! WHO thought this was a good design?? After flying the new A350-900 biz class Montreal to Dubai , this was a total let down!!

The stewardess took a picture as a gift , if you asked for it. Every thing was very good, Especially the food, big and tasty. The service was good, they served water several times, very frequent.

I liked everything: the service, the food, the cleanness. I flew last year with Qatar Airways, so I can compare. Emirates did much better! Especially their meals and service.

Emirates did great! I liked the service, the food, cleanness, and the flight was on time. Much better airline than Qatar Airways I flew with last year.

Premium economy was worth it-comfort was definitely better than economy class. The seats were more comfortable, blankets and pillows thicker

The journey was nice, all the crews were very good and services are excellent

Great flight - Clubhouse met our needs, and the staff provided good service. Boarding felt a little chaotic, but given the size of the aircraft, it's always going to be challenging. Whilst the crew were friendly, the number of passengers meant that we received our breakfast items, but had finished breakfast before we were served a drink. Lunch was much better organised, and throughout the flight, the crew were attentive. Found the seats and ICE to be excellent. Disembarkation was fine, and everything possible to expedite the process was being done.

I booked tickets for a family of five and specifically paid extra to select our seats together. We spent nearly $1,000 extra (around $100 per seat) for extra legroom so we could sit near each other. However, despite paying for this, we ended up being separated on the flight. This caused a major issue for our family because my parents do not speak English and rely on me to translate and assist them during the journey. I do not understand why Etihad changed our reserved seats without explanation. I am extremely dissatisfied with this experience. I expect the airline to do better, and I am requesting a full refund for the seat selection fees we paid.

1 hour delay meant missed my connecting flight and 1st day of holiday

The seats seemed smaller than other business class offerings. The entertainment menu was limited. Flight crew was good.

It was excellent service in the snow storm gives us hotel and transportation. It will be more better if u can add one more meal because it’s a long flight boring journey. If you give extra meal time passes faster and can enjoy the trip better

Business class ticket should include lounge access and seat selection. The food quality and varieties should be more. It was surpirise that no dessert was offered.

Good service. But on flight to Kochi no entertainment except in app. And no working outlets to charge phone.

Good flight. There were a few issues with the flat bed. It was some technical issues. Otherwise everything was good

The flight was over 1 hour late taking off ,when I arrived in Abu Dhabi ,I missed my connecting flight to Bangkok so I had to wait almost 6 hours for my flight arriving in Bangkok at 6:30 am ,So I missed a whole day of my vacation and my hotel room sat empty so I paid for hotel days that I was not there. In Abu Dhabi there was a woman that worked the desk at transfers that was so professional, courteous , helpful,and may I say absolutely beautiful .she got me food vouchers for my layover and was a very calming presence. Besides that I will never use Etihad again I will pay the Xtra money . I'm sure they won't read or see this but it's my "2 cents" I'll use an airline that respects me and my hard earned dollars

Nice crew , clean cabin , food was delayed due to problem with the quantity .

It was fantastic. The flight from Chicago to Abu Dahbi was fantastic. The crew, food and service were amazing. Everything was handled by the crew member assigned to us , Nicholas, was usually done before we asked for it. Highly recommend Etihad!

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