Find the cheapest Hyderabad to Kolkata flights — live fares on IndiGo, Air India & Akasa. Daily HYD-CCU schedule, discounted deals for 2026.
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Quick answer: Hyderabad to Kolkata non-stop flights take about ≈ 2h 5m non-stop, operated by IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air, Roughly 10–14 non-stop departures a day, spread across the morning, midday and evening.. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest HYD–CCU fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
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| Airline | Cabin bag | Checked (economy) | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|
| IndiGo | 7 kg | 15 kg | Largest network; strong on-time record |
| Air India Express | 7 kg | 15 kg | Low-cost, Air India group |
| Air India | 7 kg | 15-25 kg | Full-service; meals included |
| Akasa Air | 7 kg | 15 kg | Newer fleet; value fares |
Standard domestic economy allowance; premium fares and elite tiers may include more. Confirm against your fare — each airline's baggage page is linked above.
Hyderabad to Kolkata is a well-served trunk route with non-stop flights through the day. IndiGo runs the most frequencies, with Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air adding further non-stop departures. Between them you typically get a non-stop option every couple of hours, so you rarely need a connection.
Go First and Jet Airways no longer operate, and Vistara has merged into Air India, so ignore any old listing showing those names. Always confirm the operating carrier on your ticket, as Air India and Air India Express are separate booking systems with different baggage rules.
The non-stop flight covers roughly 1,180 km and takes about 2 hours 5 minutes gate to gate, though scheduled block time can show 2h 10m to allow for taxi and air-traffic holding at busy Kolkata. Both cities are on Indian Standard Time, so there is no time change to plan around.
One-stop itineraries via Chennai, Bengaluru or Bhubaneswar exist and can be cheaper, but they add two to four hours. For a roughly two-hour sector, the non-stop is almost always worth the small premium.
Demand spikes sharply around Durga Puja, when travel into Kolkata surges, and stays firm through the pleasant winter months.
| Period | Demand | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Durga Puja (Sep–Oct) | Very high | Kolkata-bound seats sell out first; book several weeks ahead |
| Winter (Nov–Feb) | High | Peak Kolkata season; morning fog can disrupt arrivals |
| Monsoon (Jun–Sep) | Moderate | Softer fares; afternoon rain delays possible at Kolkata |
| Summer (Mar–May) | Moderate | Mid-range fares outside school holidays |
We quote demand patterns, not specific rupee fares — always check the live price before booking.
For a route with this many daily flights, the cheapest seats are usually the off-peak midday departures and any flight that is not the early-morning business slot. Booking two to four weeks out generally lands a sensible fare; leaving it to the last week around Puja or winter weekends is where prices bite.
Stay flexible on dates by a day either side, compare hand-baggage-only fares if you are travelling light, and stack a bank or UPI offer at checkout. See our booking guides for current card and wallet deals.
Early-morning flights (around 6–8am) are the priciest and the first to fill, favoured by business travellers. The sweet spot for value is the late-morning to early-afternoon band. If you want to avoid winter-fog risk at Kolkata, an afternoon arrival is safer than a dawn one between December and February.
Business: the 6–8am departures land you in Kolkata before the working day; carry hand baggage only to walk straight out. Families: midday flights are cheaper and calmer, and bassinets must be requested in advance. Students: book early and travel midweek for the lowest honest fares — there is no permanent student discount, so timing is your main lever.
You depart from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Hyderabad, which runs a single integrated passenger terminal, so all airlines check in under one roof. In Kolkata you arrive at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (NSCBI), which operates one integrated terminal handling both domestic and international flights. Follow the domestic arrivals signage for baggage and taxis.
In Hyderabad, RGIA at Shamshabad is about 30 km south of the city; the Pushpak airport buses, app cabs and the airport expressway are the usual options, so allow 45–75 minutes from central areas in traffic. In Kolkata, NSCBI at Dum Dum is roughly 15 km from the centre; pre-paid taxis, app cabs and AC Volvo buses serve the airport, with the metro extension improving access. Budget extra time during Puja, when city roads clog.
On domestic economy you generally get 15 kg checked plus one 7 kg cabin bag, but the exact split depends on your fare type — the cheapest hand-baggage-only fares carry no free check-in. Confirm before you pay. See IndiGo baggage, Air India baggage and Akasa Air baggage for current limits and excess charges.
Kolkata is humid for much of the year and very wet during the monsoon, so pack light cottons and an umbrella from June to September. Winter (November–February) is the most comfortable time to visit but brings morning fog that can delay flights — book a later departure if your plans are tight. Keep a digital and printed copy of your ID for the airport check.
Use FlightGPT's chat to compare every connected source in one query — IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express and Akasa direct, plus the major OTAs — so you see the cheapest Hyderabad to Kolkata non-stop without opening seven tabs. If you are flying around Durga Puja, lock the dates early, as this is the single busiest window into Kolkata all year.
The non-stop flight takes about 2 hours 5 minutes for the roughly 1,180 km sector. Scheduled block time may show 2h 10m to allow for taxi and holding at Kolkata.
IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air operate non-stop. IndiGo has the most frequencies. Go First and Jet Airways have ceased operations, and Vistara is now part of Air India.
Roughly 10–14 non-stop departures a day across all carriers, spread through morning, midday and evening.
Hyderabad's RGIA has a single integrated terminal. Kolkata's NSCBI also operates one integrated terminal for domestic and international flights.
Booking two to four weeks ahead and choosing an off-peak midday flight usually gives the best value. Avoid Durga Puja and winter weekends if budget matters.
No. This is a domestic flight within India, so Indian citizens only need a government photo ID such as Aadhaar, passport or driving licence.
Domestic economy is typically 15 kg checked plus one 7 kg cabin bag, but hand-baggage-only fares include no free check-in. Confirm your fare type before paying.
Yes. Under DGCA rules, airlines must refund statutory taxes and applicable charges on cancellation, and the airline's own cancellation fee depends on your fare. If the airline cancels, you are entitled to a full refund or a free alternative.
Web check-in opens 48 hours before departure on the airline's website or app and is mandatory for many low-cost carriers. Complete it to pick your seat and skip the counter queue.
Kolkata can see morning fog from December to February, occasionally delaying early arrivals. If your schedule is tight in winter, a later departure carries less fog risk.
Some carriers, including IndiGo, allow small pets in the cabin or hold on domestic flights with advance booking and paperwork; policies vary by airline. Confirm directly before you book.
Yes. Infants under two travel on an adult's lap at a reduced fare with a valid age proof. Request a bassinet in advance, subject to availability.
Both can win on a given day. Airline sites sometimes have exclusive member fares, while OTAs run card and wallet offers. Compare the final price including convenience fees.
Kolkata gets heavy monsoon rain from June to September, which can cause afternoon delays. Morning departures are generally less affected.
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What you pay on the Hyderabad–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 Hyderabad to Kolkata live to see how today's price compares to dates a month out — the gap is often 25–40 percent across IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air.
Last-minute Hyderabad 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 Hyderabad Kolkata prices across IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air — so you grab the cheapest seat still open, not the first one you see.
Most travellers prefer the Hyderabad to Kolkata non-stop option. The direct Hyderabad-Kolkata flight time is ≈ 2h 5m non-stop. 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 Hyderabad Kolkata ticket but are open to a layover.
Expect Hyderabad–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 IndiGo 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.