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Cheapest return flight
₹ 83,996
Typical prices: ₹ 80,795-₹ 125,592
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Mon 19/11Mon 10/12
MEL - CCU • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 27,431
Typical prices: ₹ 39,657-₹ 63,916
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Thu 11/1
MEL - CCU • 1 stop
Direct 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 travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 35% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 93,913 (return)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK)
Shortest trip • 15h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Kolkata (MEL-CCU)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Kolkata

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec
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07:45 - 08:20MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
30h 05m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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19:50 - 05:00CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
27h 40m2 stops Chennai Kuala Lumpur Intl
₹ 83,996Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
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07:45 - 22:20MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
20h 05m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Kuala Lumpur Intl
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19:20 - 23:45CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
22h 55m2 stops Chennai Kuala Lumpur Intl
₹ 84,186Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
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17:10 - 01:55MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
38h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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02:15 - 04:30CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
20h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
₹ 84,280Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
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17:10 - 01:55MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
38h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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23:05 - 05:40CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
25h 05m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
₹ 84,375Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
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17:10 - 01:55MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
38h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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03:25 - 17:50CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
32h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 84,469Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
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05:30 - 23:50MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
23h 50m3 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Phuket City Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
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02:15 - 04:30CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
20h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
₹ 84,469Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
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05:30 - 22:20MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
22h 20m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Kuala Lumpur Intl
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15:10 - 21:20CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
24h 40m3 stops Chennai Thiruvananthapuram Singapore Changi
₹ 85,037Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
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05:30 - 22:20MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
22h 20m3 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl
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19:20 - 23:45CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
22h 55m2 stops Chennai Kuala Lumpur Intl
₹ 85,226Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 23 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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13:25 - 10:55MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
27h 00m3 stops Singapore Changi Chennai Navi Mumbai Intl
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15:45 - 21:20CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
24h 05m2 stops Vishakhapatnam Singapore Changi
₹ 85,415Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec
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07:00 - 22:20MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
20h 50m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Kuala Lumpur Intl
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02:15 - 07:25CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
23h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 85,699Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Kolkata flights

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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 17% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata at ₹ 66,686 return.
•December (₹ 125,049) and April (₹ 110,009) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 87% 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 24% 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

₹ 27,431
Beat the crowds with an average 74% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 148% increase in travellers.
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.

  • Which 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 direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata takes 00m, covering 14,355 km.

  • 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?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata range from ₹ 80,795 to ₹ 125,592, with an average of ₹ 102,599 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 80,795 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 8% above the ₹ 102,599 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, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 83,996 to ₹ 261,581. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 45,214, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) – 12% 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 26% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 85,226 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ₹ 114,265, a difference of ₹ 29,039.

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

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

    Flying via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 54m, compared to 17h 19m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 17h 26m 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.

  • What popular places can I visit in Kolkata?

    Some of the most popular sights in Kolkata are National Library and Alipur Zoo. These are among the most viewed places in Kolkata on KAYAK.

  • 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 ₹ 85,226, which is about ₹ 29,039 less than Saturday fares (25% 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 24% 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 ₹ 66,686 return in that month – typically ₹ 58,362 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • 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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