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Cheapest return flight
₹ 62,661
Typical prices: ₹ 75,978-₹ 124,276
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Fri 12/10Sun 28/10
MEL - CCU • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 32,289
Typical prices: ₹ 37,727-₹ 61,678
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Wed 28/2
MEL - CCU • 1 stop
Direct flights
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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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 38% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg ₹ 92,493 (return)
Shortest trip • 15h 21m (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

Mon, 12 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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14:00 - 12:10MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
27h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi Chennai
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06:30 - 21:20CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
33h 20m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Chennai Singapore Changi
₹ 62,661Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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14:00 - 10:45MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
26h 15m3 stops Singapore Changi Chennai Port Blair
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06:30 - 21:20CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
33h 20m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Chennai Singapore Changi
₹ 63,236Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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14:00 - 10:40MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
26h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Chennai
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19:50 - 12:10CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
34h 50m2 stops Chennai Singapore Changi
₹ 65,631Multiple Airlines
Wed, 28 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
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12:00 - 00:10MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
41h 40m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui
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01:10 - 11:00CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
28h 20m2 stops Kunming Changshui Nanjing Lukou Intl
₹ 73,775China Eastern
Thu, 4 Feb - Thu, 18 Feb
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07:00 - 22:30MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
21h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:20 - 12:10CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
31h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 73,967Singapore Airlines
Tue, 26 Jan - Tue, 2 Mar
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19:25 - 22:25MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
32h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:20 - 12:10CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
31h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 74,063Singapore Airlines
Tue, 26 Jan - Tue, 2 Mar
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19:25 - 22:25MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
32h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:20 - 12:10CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
31h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 74,254Singapore Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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22:30 - 00:10MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
31h 10m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Fuzhou Kunming Changshui
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01:10 - 11:00CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
28h 20m2 stops Kunming Changshui Nanjing Lukou Intl
₹ 74,350China Eastern
Sun, 4 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
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13:00 - 11:45MEL  Melbourne-CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
28h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
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18:30 - 07:25CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
31h 25m2 stops Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl Singapore Changi
₹ 76,458Multiple Airlines
Wed, 3 Feb - Mon, 8 Mar
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22:30 - 00:10MEL  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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01:10 - 14:05CCU  Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra-MEL Melbourne
31h 25m3 stops Kunming Changshui Fuzhou Shanghai Pu Dong
₹ 76,745China Eastern
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Kolkata flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata with more confidence.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kolkata and is 9% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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 ₹ 61,128 return.
•December (₹ 126,472) and April (₹ 111,429) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 106% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Melbourne Airport to Kolkata flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

₹ 32,289
Best time to beat the crowds (32% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (28% more expensive on average)
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 0h 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 ₹ 75,978 to ₹ 124,276, with an average of ₹ 98,643 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 75,978 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 5% above the route average of ₹ 98,643. 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 ₹ 62,661 to ₹ 344,716. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 ₹ 37,376, which is 23% 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:

    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) – 9% of one-stop connections

    Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Melbourne Airport to Kolkata route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 18%. Sunday is the cheapest day at ₹ 89,968 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ₹ 109,130 – a ₹ 19,162 difference. 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 21m, compared to 17h 12m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 17h 21m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

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

    Kolkata is 4 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 instead of Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average ₹ 89,968 – about ₹ 19,162 less than Saturday (18% 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 28% 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 ₹ 61,128 return in that month – typically ₹ 65,344 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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