Cheap Flights from London (LHR) to Kolkata (CCU)

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Flight deals from London Heathrow to Kolkata

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kolkata Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,036. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Kolkata

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Kolkata flights are currently cheapest in September.

London Heathrow to Kolkata: Alternative routes

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

London to Kolkata: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$939
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Kolkata: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Kolkata is $939. 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 London Heathrow to Kolkata. But we found flights with one or more stops from $934.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from London Heathrow to Kolkata.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Kolkata is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Kolkata Airport on Thursday, 20 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Heathrow 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, Air France offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kolkata.

Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kolkata Airport (CCU): what you need to know

  • Kolkata is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • Your LHR to CCU flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Kolkata Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between LHR and CCU include:

    • Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Mumbai Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kolkata Airport (CCU)

  • Right now, $509 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Kolkata Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $939. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap tickets from LHR to CCU, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kolkata Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

  • Finding cheap flights from LHR to CCU is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kolkata Airport.

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.

  • You can expect a journey time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near LHR. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kolkata Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Kolkata Airport (CCU)

Getting from Kolkata Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata

  • Kolkata Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Kolkata. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.

When to fly to Kolkata Airport (CCU)

  • January is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kolkata Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Kolkata in June.

  • The warmest month in Kolkata is April, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kolkata Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to CCU in January. Temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of India

  • Patna is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Kolkata. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Gurudwara, Buddha Smriti Park and Buddha Statue.

  • Ranchi is another favourite destination in India and is around 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. No journey is complete without seeing Jagannath Temple, Panchghagh Falls and Sun Temple.

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