Kolkata to Pune Flights — Guide 2026
Kolkata to Pune flight guide — non-stop airlines, fares, baggage, terminals and ID requirements.
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Kolkata to Pune flight guide — non-stop airlines, fares, baggage, terminals and ID requirements.
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Quick answer: Kolkata to Pune non-stop flights take about ≈ 2h 25m–2h 40m non-stop, operated by IndiGo, Akasa Air (non-stop); Air India via connection, ≈ 3–4 non-stops daily (IndiGo and Akasa Air), plus one-stop options. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest CCU–PNQ fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
Last reviewed July 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · route facts cross-checked against DGCA and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) · how we collect fares · editorial policy · fact-checking · fares are live — verify the final price in search before booking.
Looking for cheap flights from Kolkata to Pune? FlightGPT compares live CCU to PNQ fares across every connected source — Indian carriers, OTAs and trusted travel agents — and shows the cheapest options side by side. Whether you want a Kolkata to Pune non-stop tomorrow, a last-minute weekend deal or the lowest price three months out, every active Kolkata-Pune fare is one search away.
| Airline | Cabin bag | Checked (economy) | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|
| IndiGo | 7 kg | 15 kg | Largest network; strong on-time record |
| 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.
Kolkata (CCU) to Pune (PNQ) is served by a handful of non-stop flights alongside many one-stop options. IndiGo (6E) and Akasa Air (QP) operate the direct sectors, giving you a clean ~2h 30m hop without changing planes. Air India (AI) connects the cities mainly via a hub such as Delhi or Hyderabad rather than non-stop, so check whether an Air India result is direct before booking. For most travellers the IndiGo or Akasa non-stop is the obvious pick; one-stop fares only make sense if they're materially cheaper or better timed.
The two cities are about 1,576 km apart, and a non-stop covers it in roughly 2h 25m to 2h 40m gate to gate. There's no time difference — both Kolkata and Pune run on IST — so the arrival clock simply adds the flight time. One-stop itineraries via Delhi, Hyderabad or Bengaluru stretch the journey to 5–8 hours and only earn their place on price. With a non-stop available, there's little reason to connect unless the direct fares are unusually high on your dates.
Pune is a year-round business and education destination, so this route stays busy without the sharp festival spikes of leisure routes. Fares climb around Durga Puja (Kolkata's big festival, around September/October) and the December–January holidays, and ease in the monsoon and spring shoulder. Booking 2–4 weeks ahead usually lands a fair non-stop fare.
| Period | Demand | Fare trend |
|---|---|---|
| Sep–Oct (Durga Puja) | High | Dearest; book early |
| Dec–Jan (holidays) | High | Elevated |
| Feb–Mar | Moderate | Good value |
| Jun–Aug (monsoon) | Low–Moderate | Often cheapest |
Quoted figures are indicative only — live fares move daily with demand and seat availability.
With only a few non-stops a day, they can sell out or climb close to departure, so book early if you need the direct flight. Mid-week travel (Tuesday and Wednesday) and the first or last flight of the day usually price below weekend and prime-time departures. Compare the IndiGo and Akasa non-stops directly, and check whether a one-stop fare is genuinely cheaper after add-ons. Use private browsing when checking repeatedly and set a fare alert rather than refreshing the same route. Travelling light to skip checked-bag fees shaves the all-in cost further.
Because non-stops are limited, your choice of window is partly dictated by the schedule, but early-morning and late-evening departures tend to be the cheapest and least crowded. A morning flight gets you into Pune with the working day ahead — useful for business trips — while an evening departure suits those finishing work in Kolkata first. If your preferred non-stop is full or pricey, a nearby time slot is usually a better trade than dropping to a long one-stop itinerary.
Business travellers should lock the morning non-stop early and travel cabin-only to walk straight off at Pune. Families benefit from a daytime non-stop to avoid late arrivals with children, and from pre-booking seats together since these flights can be full. Students heading to Pune's universities can save by booking 3–4 weeks out, choosing the cheapest of the IndiGo/Akasa non-stops, and avoiding peak Durga Puja and December dates; a one-stop fare is worth it only when it's clearly cheaper and the layover is reasonable.
Kolkata — Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) uses a single integrated terminal for both domestic and international flights, so all carriers depart from the same building. Pune Airport (PNQ) is a compact single-terminal civil enclave shared with an air force station, handling all flights from one terminal. With both ends single-terminal, there's no terminal confusion on this route. Pune's terminal is small and can get congested at peak hours, so arrive in good time and head straight to security once checked in.
Kolkata airport at Dum Dum is about 15 km north of the city centre, typically 45–75 minutes by taxi or app cab depending on traffic; pre-paid taxis and the airport metro link serve the city. Pune Airport at Lohegaon is about 10 km from the centre, roughly 30–45 minutes by road, with app cabs, autos and PMPML buses available. Pune traffic builds quickly in peak hours, so allow extra time, especially heading to Hinjawadi or the western IT corridor.
IndiGo and Akasa Air both allow 7 kg cabin baggage plus a small personal item, with 15 kg checked on the cheapest economy fares; some fare bundles include more checked allowance. On a non-stop your bags travel straight through to Pune. If you book a one-stop via Air India, the allowance follows that fare. Buying extra baggage online ahead of time is cheaper than paying at the airport. Check current limits at IndiGo baggage before you fly.
Kolkata is hot and humid much of the year with a heavy June–September monsoon; Pune enjoys a milder climate thanks to its elevation, pleasant in winter and during the monsoon. Pre-monsoon (April–May) is hot at both ends. Carry a light layer for the air-conditioned cabin and Pune's cooler evenings. There's no fog risk comparable to the north Indian plains here, but monsoon thunderstorms can cause short delays — build a little buffer if you have an onward connection in Pune.
This route has a non-stop, so anchor your search on the direct IndiGo and Akasa flights first and only consider a one-stop if it's clearly cheaper. On FlightGPT, compare the handful of non-stops side by side, set a fare alert 3–4 weeks out, and target mid-week dates to dodge Durga Puja and holiday spikes. Travel cabin-only where you can — on a ~2h 30m hop it's faster end to end and avoids checked-bag fees.
Yes. IndiGo and Akasa Air operate non-stop flights covering the route in about 2h 25m to 2h 40m. There are roughly 3 to 4 non-stops a day, alongside many one-stop options.
A non-stop takes about 2h 25m to 2h 40m for the roughly 1,576 km distance. One-stop itineraries via Delhi, Hyderabad or Bengaluru stretch the journey to 5 to 8 hours.
IndiGo and Akasa Air operate the non-stop sectors. Air India connects the cities mainly via a hub rather than direct, so check whether an Air India result is non-stop before booking.
Roughly 3 to 4 non-stops operate daily between IndiGo and Akasa Air, with frequency a little higher on weekdays. Many additional one-stop options are also available.
Fares are generally lowest in the monsoon (June–August) and the spring shoulder, and highest around Durga Puja (September/October) and the December–January holidays. Booking 2–4 weeks ahead helps.
Yes. Under DGCA rules, if the airline cancels your flight you are entitled to a full refund or a free alternative flight, regardless of fare type, including the no-show portion of the fare.
IndiGo and Akasa allow 7 kg cabin baggage plus a personal item, with 15 kg checked on the cheapest economy fares. Buy extra baggage online in advance, as it's cheaper than at the airport.
Web check-in typically opens 48 hours before departure and closes 60 minutes before for domestic flights. Completing it online lets you pick a seat and skip the check-in queue if you have no bags to drop.
A government photo ID such as Aadhaar, driving licence or passport. This is a domestic route, so no visa or passport is required. DigiYatra is optional at participating airports.
There's no significant fog risk on this route, but monsoon thunderstorms (June–September) at either end can cause short delays. Keep a buffer if you have an onward connection in Pune.
Yes. Infants under two travel on an adult's lap at a reduced fare; carry the child's proof of age. Airlines allow a small extra baggage allowance and may offer a bassinet on request, subject to availability.
IndiGo and Akasa do not carry pets in the cabin on domestic flights. Air India permits pets subject to conditions and advance booking. Confirm with the operating carrier before you travel.
Kolkata operates from a single integrated terminal, and Pune has one terminal, so all carriers use the same building at each end — no terminal confusion on this route.
Prices are usually similar, but booking on the airline's own site or app makes seat selection, changes, refunds and disruption handling easier, with no third-party convenience fee.
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There is no single "cheapest day" to fly Kolkata to Pune — the lowest fare is the one you find by comparing live. Open the search above to line up Kolkata–Pune prices across IndiGo, Akasa Air (non-stop); Air India via connection; booking ahead and avoiding peak weekends typically trims 25–40 percent off the walk-up fare.
Flying Kolkata to Pune at short notice doesn't always mean overpaying. Off-peak departures and unsold seats on IndiGo, Akasa Air (non-stop); Air India via connection can surface real same-week deals. Put your date into the FlightGPT search above and we'll show every available CCU–PNQ fare side by side in seconds.
Most travellers prefer the Kolkata to Pune non-stop option. The direct Kolkata-Pune flight time is ≈ 2h 25m–2h 40m 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 Kolkata Pune ticket but are open to a layover.
Kolkata–Pune pricing rewards comparison over loyalty: the best value rotates between low-cost and full-service carriers depending on the date. FlightGPT's grid surfaces every Kolkata Pune fare with baggage and meals counted in, so the genuinely cheapest all-in ticket is the one that rises to the top.