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Cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Kolkata (CCU)

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Kolkata.$1,233 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Tue, 3 Mar.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Kolkata.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Kolkata on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,233, select.
Kolkata.$1,639 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Sep, returning Fri, 17 Oct.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Kolkata.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Kolkata on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,639, select.
Kolkata.$1,709 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Sep, returning Sat, 8 Nov.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Kolkata.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Kolkata on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,709, select.
Kolkata.$1,774 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug, returning Fri, 8 Aug.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Kolkata.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kolkata on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,774, select.
Kolkata.$2,006 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Wed, 6 Aug.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Kolkata.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Kolkata on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,006, select.

Cape Town to Kolkata: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cape Town to Kolkata below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kolkata.

Cape Town to Kolkata: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,233
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Kolkata: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Kolkata is $1,233. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Kolkata. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,233.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Kolkata.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Kolkata is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Kolkata Airport on Wednesday, 25 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Kolkata Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kolkata but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kolkata is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Singapore Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kolkata.

Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know

  • Kolkata's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Kolkata three hours 30 minutes ahead of Cape Town.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your CPT to CCU flight.

  • During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • If you'd like to tour another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a popular stop between CPT and CCU.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)

  • Currently, $732 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,233. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap tickets from CPT to CCU, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CPT to CCU by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Cape Town International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81.65% of flights that depart CPT reach their destination without delay.

  • Cape Town International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to CPT? If you've booked an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)

Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata

  • Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Kolkata. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 55 minutes.

When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Kolkata based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in Kolkata is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from CPT to CCU in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.

Explore more of India

  • You've done Kolkata, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey around 467 kilometres north-west to Patna to tick off its popular sights. From Mahatma Gandhi Setu to Bihar Museum and Golghar, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're ready to explore another corner of India, consider Ranchi, about 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park are key highlights.

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