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Cheap flights from Chennai to Kolkata from ₹ 5,162

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — CCU
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chennai to Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra are usually found in August or July, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Kolkata
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Kolkata. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 April 2026.

Mon 18/521:10
MAA
-
CCU
Nonstop2h 20m
IndiGo
Sun 24/520:15
CCU
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 20m
IndiGo
Deal found 31/3₹ 10,512
Mon 4/523:20
MAA
-
CCU
Nonstop2h 25m
IndiGo
Tue 12/518:10
CCU
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 20m
IndiGo
Deal found 28/3₹ 10,605
Thu 14/505:50
MAA
-
CCU
1 stop8h 50m
Air India Express
Thu 21/506:30
CCU
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 35m
Air India Express
Deal found 30/3₹ 10,793
Wed 1/406:50
MAA
-
CCU
Nonstop2h 05m
SpiceJet
Fri 3/414:30
CCU
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 25m
SpiceJet
Deal found 28/3₹ 10,887
Tue 31/306:05
MAA
-
CCU
1 stop4h 45m
IndiGo
Fri 3/405:05
CCU
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 15m
IndiGo
Deal found 29/3₹ 10,981
Tue 7/406:50
MAA
-
CCU
Nonstop2h 05m
SpiceJet
Tue 14/416:55
CCU
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 25m
SpiceJet
Deal found 30/3₹ 11,169
Mon 30/306:50
MAA
-
CCU
Nonstop2h 05m
SpiceJet
Mon 30/314:30
CCU
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 25m
SpiceJet
Deal found 28/3₹ 11,262
Sun 14/615:05
MAA
-
CCU
Nonstop2h 25m
IndiGo
Mon 22/608:35
CCU
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 20m
IndiGo
Deal found 31/3₹ 11,356
Mon 11/505:25
MAA
-
CCU
Nonstop2h 20m
IndiGo
Mon 18/511:25
CCU
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 15m
IndiGo
Deal found 27/3₹ 11,450
Thu 9/409:05
MAA
-
CCU
1 stop5h 05m
IndiGo
Thu 9/417:00
CCU
-
MAA
1 stop4h 50m
IndiGo
Deal found 30/3₹ 11,638

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Kolkata (CCU). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 10,512

One-way from

₹ 5,162

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

₹ 11,919

Good round-trip deal

₹ 10,315 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 5,434 or less
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 18/5-24/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • Chennai to Kolkata
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IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 2/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 25m total
  • Chennai to Kolkata
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Kolkata that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 1 April 2026.
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Depart

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Cheapest return flight

ChennaiKolkata

MAA - CCU

MAACCU

Chennai

Mon 4/5

10:45-21:30

1 stop10h 45m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Tue 12/5

16:35-19:00

Nonstop2h 25m

₹ 10,981

ChennaiKolkata

MAA - CCU

MAACCU

Chennai

Thu 14/5

08:55-14:40

1 stop5h 45m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Thu 21/5

07:20-21:30

1 stop14h 10m

₹ 11,075

ChennaiKolkata

MAA - CCU

MAACCU

Chennai

Mon 13/4

09:00-11:20

Nonstop2h 20m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Mon 13/4

16:35-19:00

Nonstop2h 25m

₹ 11,356

ChennaiKolkata

MAA - CCU

MAACCU

Chennai

Mon 11/5

05:25-07:45

Nonstop2h 20m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Mon 18/5

11:25-13:40

Nonstop2h 15m

₹ 11,450

ChennaiKolkata

MAA - CCU

MAACCU

Chennai

Wed 29/4

18:05-20:35

Nonstop2h 30m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Wed 6/5

11:25-13:40

Nonstop2h 15m

₹ 11,544

ChennaiKolkata

MAA - CCU

MAACCU

Chennai

Tue 12/5

23:20-01:45

Nonstop2h 25m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Tue 19/5

18:10-20:30

Nonstop2h 20m

₹ 11,732

ChennaiKolkata

MAA - CCU

MAACCU

Chennai

Sat 30/5

05:25-07:45

Nonstop2h 20m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Sat 30/5

18:10-20:30

Nonstop2h 20m

₹ 11,826
Fastest return journey

ChennaiKolkata

MAA - CCU

MAACCU

Chennai

Sat 16/5

08:20-10:20

Nonstop2h 00m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Sat 16/5

15:00-17:20

Nonstop2h 20m

₹ 11,826

ChennaiKolkata

MAA - CCU

MAACCU

Chennai

Wed 29/4

08:55-14:25

1 stop5h 30m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Wed 29/4

18:10-20:30

Nonstop2h 20m

₹ 12,013

ChennaiKolkata

MAA - CCU

MAACCU

Chennai

Wed 13/5

16:15-21:10

1 stop4h 55m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Thu 21/5

10:45-17:05

1 stop6h 20m

₹ 12,576

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Kolkata

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Kolkata

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chennai to Kolkata?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chennai to Kolkata. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

Booking 41 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chennai to Kolkata. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to Kolkata?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Kolkata (average of ₹ 4,223). Flying from Chennai to Kolkata in September is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 10,981). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAA to CCU?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to Kolkata. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 April 2026.

When flying from Chennai to Kolkata, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 60% versus a flight at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Chennai to Kolkata?

Reviews of airlines servicing Kolkata

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kolkata. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kolkata. Reviews last updated 1 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with IndiGo,Air India Express, andAir India from Chennai to Kolkata by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
546 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.8

Food

6.2

Crew

7.3

Comfort

6.7

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Inderjeet,Mar 2026

BOM - DEL

Had booked last minute, stretch did not have any food options except sandwich which is not ok for people who don’t eat bread. The crew did not offer any alternative. Crew was disengaged and not interested. Sad experience
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
546 reviews
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
546 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.8

Food

6.2

Crew

7.3

Comfort

6.7

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Inderjeet,Mar 2026

BOM - DEL

Had booked last minute, stretch did not have any food options except sandwich which is not ok for people who don’t eat bread. The crew did not offer any alternative. Crew was disengaged and not interested. Sad experience
Air India Express
5.8
Fair
15 reviews
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
546 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.8

Food

6.2

Crew

7.3

Comfort

6.7

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Inderjeet,Mar 2026

BOM - DEL

Had booked last minute, stretch did not have any food options except sandwich which is not ok for people who don’t eat bread. The crew did not offer any alternative. Crew was disengaged and not interested. Sad experience
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,973 reviews
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
546 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.8

Food

6.2

Crew

7.3

Comfort

6.7

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Inderjeet,Mar 2026

BOM - DEL

Had booked last minute, stretch did not have any food options except sandwich which is not ok for people who don’t eat bread. The crew did not offer any alternative. Crew was disengaged and not interested. Sad experience
SpiceJet
4.7
Mediocre
87 reviews
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
546 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.8

Food

6.2

Crew

7.3

Comfort

6.7

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Inderjeet,Mar 2026

BOM - DEL

Had booked last minute, stretch did not have any food options except sandwich which is not ok for people who don’t eat bread. The crew did not offer any alternative. Crew was disengaged and not interested. Sad experience

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Kolkata. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Chennai to Kolkata?

    If you book a flight from Chennai to Kolkata, you will be flying from Chennai to Netaji S. Chandra. Flights to Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (CCU) from Chennai (MAA) take 2h 05m for a nonstop flight. There are 9 flights from Chennai to Kolkata per day from 4 airlines.

  • How popular is this Chennai to Kolkata flight route?

    Within the past month, 685 users have taken a look at flights from Chennai to Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra.

  • How long is the flight from Chennai to Kolkata?

    For as low as ₹ 11,450, Air India Express can have you in Kolkata from Chennai in 2h 20m. There are 1386 km between Chennai and Kolkata. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chennai to Kolkata round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chennai to Kolkata return from ₹ 4,150. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are IndiGo, from ₹ 7,506, and Air India Express, from ₹ 8,807. Users have found that Air India is 68% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to Kolkata one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is SpiceJet, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as ₹ 4,657. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air India and Air India Express, as they are both options that can get you from Chennai to Kolkata for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chennai to Kolkata?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chennai to Kolkata on time: IndiGo (97%), Air India (81%), Air India Express (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chennai to Kolkata?

    On average you can expect to pay ₹ 9,192 for a flight from Chennai to Kolkata. The cheapest flight overall is ₹ 5,017 while the most popular route, (Chennai - Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra) is currently priced at ₹ 10,605.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Kolkata that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chennai to Kolkata flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Kolkata?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chennai to Kolkata.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to Kolkata?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Kolkata by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to Kolkata?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Kolkata (average of ₹ 4,223). Flying from Chennai to Kolkata in September is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 10,981). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to Kolkata. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 1 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest₹ 4,150Average₹ 10,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 7,506Average₹ 13,666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air India ExpressCheapest₹ 8,807Average₹ 12,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SpiceJetCheapest₹ 9,732Average₹ 12,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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