Bilaspur to Kolkata Flights 2026: Airlines & Time

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Bilaspur to Kolkata flights — fares, airlines and what to know before you book

Quick answer: Bilaspur to Kolkata non-stop flights take about ≈ 1h 45m, A few Alliance Air non-stops a week on the Ambikapur–Bilaspur circuit — confirm on your date. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest PAB–CCU fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.

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Bilaspur to Kolkata flights — quick facts

Which days can you fly Bilaspur to Kolkata?

Alliance Air flies this route as the last leg of its Kolkata–Ambikapur–Bilaspur loop. On Thursdays, the ATR comes in from Ambikapur, departs Bilaspur at 10:20 and lands in Kolkata at 12:05. Some flight-tracking records also show an afternoon Bilaspur–Kolkata rotation under flight 9I763 on certain dates, which suggests the pattern has changed through 2026. Because of that, use FlightGPT to see which days carry a flight in your travel week rather than assuming a fixed timetable. There is no other airline on the route.

Heading to Chakarbhata airport from Bilaspur

Bilasa Devi Kevat Airport is about 10 km from Bilaspur's centre, around 20–30 minutes by car. From Sipat or the coalfield townships, allow 45 minutes or more. There is no public bus designed for flights, so use a taxi or private car. The terminal is small and rarely crowded; aim to arrive 75 minutes before departure, because Alliance Air closes check-in about 45 minutes before take-off and there is often only one departure that day. Snacks and drinks are limited airside, so carry water and eat before you leave the city.

In the air: 656 km east by ATR 72

The eastbound flight takes about 1 hour 45 minutes, slightly quicker than the westbound because of prevailing winds. It crosses northern Odisha and Jharkhand before descending over the Hooghly plains. The ATR cruises lower than a jet, so you can see forests and reservoirs below on a clear winter day. In the pre-monsoon and monsoon seasons the ride can be bumpy. Seats in the forward rows are quieter. Boarding is by stairs from the apron, so if you have reduced mobility, request assistance when booking so the airline can arrange an ambulift.

Getting into Kolkata after a midday landing

A 12:05 arrival is well timed for Kolkata's roads, avoiding both morning and evening peaks. The airport has a single integrated terminal, and ATR passengers usually arrive by bus from a remote stand. The Yellow Line metro runs from Jai Hind Bimanbandar station at the airport towards Noapara, where you can change for the city's north–south Blue Line. By road, Esplanade and Park Street are about 17 km away, typically 45–60 minutes at midday. Pre-paid yellow taxis and app cabs operate from the arrivals forecourt. Howrah station is about 22 km away.

Alliance Air bag limits on the Bilaspur departure

Checked and cabin allowances are listed on your Alliance Air fare. Standard domestic economy generally offers around 15 kg in the hold and a 7 kg cabin bag. The ATR's small overhead space means larger wheeled bags are tagged at the steps and returned on arrival. Pack documents, medicines and electronics in a smaller bag you can keep with you. Travellers often carry Chhattisgarh's Kosa silk, rice or dried mahua to Kolkata; these travel fine in checked bags if sealed. Prepay extra weight online before you fly.

Who flies from Bilaspur to Kolkata?

Most passengers on the eastbound flight fall into three groups. Officials and engineers from SECL, the railway zone headquarters and NTPC Sipat travel to Kolkata, where several coal and power companies have offices. Students and patients go to Kolkata for higher education and specialist hospitals. Bengali families living in the coal belt fly home for Durga Puja and weddings. Kolkata also works as a connection point to the north-east, Bhubaneswar and international flights to Bangkok, Dhaka and the Gulf, though those require a separate booking and enough connection time.

Busy return dates and how to plan around them

Eastbound demand peaks just before Durga Puja and Diwali, as families head to Kolkata, and around the Christmas–New Year break. The ATR has around 70 seats and flies only a few times a week, so these flights can sell out well in advance. Monsoon weather from July to September can delay or divert regional flights. If your date is fixed, check seats on FlightGPT early, and if the direct option is gone, consider the Raipur route below. For the outbound direction, our Kolkata to Bilaspur page covers the early-morning Saturday flight.

Back-ups: Raipur flights and overnight trains

Raipur's Swami Vivekananda Airport is about 120 km south of Bilaspur and has several daily Kolkata non-stops, mainly on IndiGo. The drive takes 2.5–3 hours, or you can take a train to Raipur in about 1.5–2 hours. For a slower but direct option, Bilaspur sits on the Howrah–Mumbai main line, and trains such as the Gitanjali Express and the Howrah Mail run overnight to Howrah. On FlightGPT, compare the Alliance Air non-stop with a Raipur departure for nearby dates before deciding. If you choose Raipur, a morning train from Bilaspur usually leaves enough margin for an afternoon flight.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight from Bilaspur to Kolkata?

Yes. Alliance Air flies Bilaspur to Kolkata non-stop a few times a week on an ATR 72. On the Thursday rotation it departs Bilaspur at 10:20 and lands in Kolkata at 12:05.

Which airline flies from Bilaspur to Kolkata?

Only Alliance Air flies Bilaspur to Kolkata, using a 72-seat ATR 72 turboprop from Bilasa Devi Kevat Airport as part of its Ambikapur–Bilaspur–Kolkata circuit.

How long is the flight from Bilaspur to Kolkata?

The Bilaspur to Kolkata non-stop covers about 656 km and takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on Alliance Air's ATR 72.

How do I get from Kolkata airport to Howrah station?

Howrah station is about 22 km from Kolkata's Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport. A pre-paid taxi or app cab takes 50–75 minutes, or take the Yellow Line metro and change towards the city network.

Is Raipur a good alternative to Bilaspur for Kolkata flights?

Yes. Raipur's Swami Vivekananda Airport is about 120 km from Bilaspur and has several daily non-stops to Kolkata, mainly on IndiGo. The road trip takes 2.5–3 hours.

Is there a train from Bilaspur to Kolkata?

Yes. Bilaspur is on the Howrah–Mumbai main line, and overnight trains including the Gitanjali Express and the Howrah Mail run direct to Howrah, taking most of a night.

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How to get the cheapest Bilaspur–Kolkata fare

What you pay on the Bilaspur–Kolkata route hinges on timing: book roughly 3–8 weeks ahead, stay flexible on the day of week, and you usually land the better fare. Search Bilaspur to Kolkata live to see how today's price compares to dates a month out — the gap is often 25–40 percent across .

Same-week Bilaspur to Kolkata tickets

Last-minute Bilaspur to Kolkata fares move fast, but they're rarely the same across every airline. Run your date through the search above and FlightGPT compares real-time Bilaspur Kolkata prices across — so you grab the cheapest seat still open, not the first one you see.

Bilaspur to Kolkata non-stop and direct flights

Most travellers prefer the Bilaspur to Kolkata non-stop option. The direct Bilaspur-Kolkata flight time is ≈ 1h 45m. If you are flexible, 1-stop alternatives through major hubs can be 15-30 percent cheaper. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Bilaspur Kolkata ticket but are open to a layover.

What Bilaspur–Kolkata fares look like

Expect Bilaspur–Kolkata fares to vary by cabin, baggage and how the fare is bundled. A bare low-cost fare can end up dearer than a full-service carrier ticket once you add a bag and a seat. FlightGPT shows the all-in price for each option, so you're comparing like for like rather than misleading lead-in fares.