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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Kolkata from $550

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 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CCU
16 Feb — 23 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra are usually found in March or August, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Kolkata

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 11 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$870

One-way from

$550

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,090
19/3-26/3
  • 19/3-26/3
  • 5 total stops
  • 56h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Kolkata
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19/3
  • 19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Kolkata
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($100 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Kolkata
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Kolkata. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 February 2025.

Tue 18/322:50MEL - CCU
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/323:05CCU - MEL
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$862
Thu 6/300:30MEL - CCU
1 stop28h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 18/300:10CCU - MEL
1 stop15h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 10/2$1,006
Tue 18/300:30MEL - CCU
1 stop29h 40mThai Airways
Tue 25/301:55CCU - MEL
1 stop13h 55mThai Airways
Deal found 10/2$1,343
Wed 9/415:55MEL - CCU
1 stop24h 50mIndiGo
Sun 20/402:30CCU - MEL
1 stop22h 40mIndiGo
Deal found 10/2$1,383
Wed 12/203:25MEL - CCU
2 stops33h 45mEmirates
Sat 22/209:10CCU - MEL
1 stop32h 40mEmirates
Deal found 10/2$1,469
Fri 18/405:00MEL - CCU
1 stop19h 50mEtihad Airways
Tue 22/422:00CCU - MEL
1 stop24h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/2$1,574
Fri 18/413:00MEL - CCU
1 stop13h 45mSingapore Airlines
Tue 22/423:30CCU - MEL
1 stop31h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 9/2$1,595
Tue 18/300:30MEL - CCU
2 stops30h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 25/303:20CCU - MEL
2 stops36h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/2$2,010

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MelbourneKolkata

MEL - CCU

MELCCU

Melbourne

Tue 18/3

22:50-12:05

1 stop18h 45m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Fri 21/3

23:05-23:45

1 stop19h 10m

$862

MelbourneKolkata

MEL - CCU

MELCCU

Melbourne

Thu 6/3

00:30-23:10

1 stop28h 10m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Tue 18/3

00:10-20:45

1 stop15h 05m

$1,006

MelbourneKolkata

MEL - CCU

MELCCU

Melbourne

Tue 18/3

00:30-00:40

1 stop29h 40m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Tue 25/3

01:55-21:20

1 stop13h 55m

$1,343

MelbourneKolkata

MEL - CCU

MELCCU

Melbourne

Wed 9/4

15:55-12:15

1 stop24h 50m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Sun 20/4

02:30-05:40

1 stop22h 40m

$1,383

MelbourneKolkata

MEL - CCU

MELCCU

Melbourne

Fri 18/4

05:00-20:20

1 stop19h 50m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Tue 22/4

22:00-03:25

1 stop24h 55m

$1,574

MelbourneKolkata

MEL - CCU

MELCCU

Melbourne

Fri 18/4

13:00-22:15

1 stop13h 45m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Tue 22/4

23:30-11:45

1 stop31h 45m

$1,595

MelbourneKolkata

MEL - CCU

MELCCU

Melbourne

Tue 18/3

03:25-07:40

2 stops33h 45m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Sun 23/3

09:10-20:35

2 stops29h 55m

$1,627

MelbourneKolkata

MEL - CCU

MELCCU

Melbourne

Tue 18/3

00:30-01:45

2 stops30h 45m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Tue 25/3

03:20-21:40

2 stops36h 50m

$2,010

MelbourneKolkata

MEL - CCU

MELCCU

Melbourne

Wed 19/3

06:15-04:15

2 stops27h 30m

$550

MelbourneKolkata

MEL - CCU

MELCCU

Melbourne

Tue 18/3

00:30-00:40

1 stop29h 40m

$757

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Kolkata

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Kolkata including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Kolkata. Price data was last updated on 7 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Kolkata, you should look to book at least 51 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Kolkata (average of $661). Flying from Melbourne to Kolkata in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,263). 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 MEL to CCU?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 11 February 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Melbourne to Kolkata by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Kolkata?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Kolkata. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Kolkata flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Kolkata by month

Plan your trip to Kolkata by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Kolkata by month

Plan your trip to Kolkata by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 11 February 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,302 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,302 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,302 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,309 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,302 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
323 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,302 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,672 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,302 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
266 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,302 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kolkata from Melbourne?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Kolkata, you will be flying into Netaji S. Chandra. Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (CCU) is just 13.4 km from the centre vof the city. Netaji S. Chandra is the only Kolkata airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 6 airlines have flights to Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra from Melbourne on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on Malaysia Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Kolkata, with prices starting at $1,006. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Thai Airways and IndiGo, with the lowest prices starting at $1,343 and $1,383, respectively. Malaysia Airlines is currently priced 23% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $596 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from IndiGo. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Thai Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from $757 and $1,101, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Kolkata?

    Flights departing from Melbourne and landing in Kolkata stopover in Singapore most frequently.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay are currently the most popular points of interest in Singapore at the moment. Sentosa, Merlion and Boat Quay are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $137 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Kolkata flights?

    Melbourne to Kolkata flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Bangkok.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Kolkata?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Kolkata (average of $661). Flying from Melbourne to Kolkata in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,263). 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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IndiGoCheapest$742Average$1,244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,031Average$1,457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,185Average$1,690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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