How long is the flight from South Africa to Kolkata?

For as low as ₹ 119,995, Emirates can have you in Kolkata from South Africa in 31h 25m. The distance from South Africa to Kolkata is about 8444 km.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kolkata ranges from 7.0 - 356.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 356.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Kolkata when rainfall is around 7.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kolkata, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 31.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 20.0 C).

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

When flying from South Africa to Kolkata, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Kolkata from South Africa?

Most people fly into Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (CCU) if they book a flight to Kolkata from South Africa. Netaji S. Chandra is conveniently located just 13.4 km from Kolkata’s city centre.

Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Kolkata that include hotel bookings?

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

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Sun 25/1014:05 -

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Deal found 10/9₹ 86,626

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2 stops24h 20m

Deal found 10/9₹ 88,729

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1 stop31h 25m

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1 stop14h 50m

Deal found 9/9₹ 119,995

Fri 4/1213:25 -

1 stop14h 45m

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1 stop14h 50m

Deal found 10/9₹ 122,672

Sat 24/1022:50 -

2 stops55h 30m

Sat 31/1021:00 -

2 stops20h 00m

Deal found 9/9₹ 195,147

Sun 25/1020:10 -

3 stops56h 00m

Sun 1/1109:15 -

3 stops38h 40m

Deal found 10/9₹ 244,674

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Round-trip from	₹ 86,626
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Popular in	July
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Average price	₹ 90,259

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25/10-31/10
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South Africa to Kolkata

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

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Sat 10/10

09:45-15:05

3 stops25h 50m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 40,349

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

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Sat 5/12

09:50-21:55

2 stops56h 35m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

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00:00-20:30

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₹ 45,416

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/12

12:05-08:20

2 stops40h 45m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 48,667

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/12

09:50-19:55

1 stop30h 35m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 50,006

JohannesburgKolkata

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/12

09:50-19:55

1 stop30h 35m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 51,822

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/12

13:25-07:40

1 stop14h 45m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 72,953

JohannesburgKolkata

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/10

14:05-01:55

1 stop32h 20m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Sun 1/11

19:30-13:30

3 stops21h 30m

₹ 89,876

JohannesburgKolkata

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

13:30-00:25

1 stop31h 25m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Sat 31/10

09:15-20:35

1 stop14h 50m

₹ 119,995

JohannesburgKolkata

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/12

13:25-07:40

1 stop14h 45m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Sun 20/12

09:15-20:35

1 stop14h 50m

₹ 122,672

JohannesburgKolkata

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CCU Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

JNBCCU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/12

13:25-07:40

1 stop14h 45m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 174,399

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Kolkata (average of ₹ 85,669). Flying from South Africa to Kolkata in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 157,858). 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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What airport do you fly into for flights to Kolkata from South Africa?
Most people fly into Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (CCU) if they book a flight to Kolkata from South Africa. Netaji S. Chandra is conveniently located just 13.4 km from Kolkata’s city centre.
How long is the flight from South Africa to Kolkata?
For as low as ₹ 119,995, Emirates can have you in Kolkata from South Africa in 31h 25m. The distance from South Africa to Kolkata is about 8444 km.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Kolkata that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Kolkata flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Kolkata?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Kolkata.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Kolkata?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Kolkata?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Kolkata (average of ₹ 85,669). Flying from South Africa to Kolkata in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 157,858). 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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