Traveling from Visakhapatnam Airport (VTZ) to Kolkata Airport (CCU): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Visakhapatnam Airport to Kolkata Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Visakhapatnam and Kolkata follow the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
Take your pick of seven weekly Visakhapatnam Airport to Kolkata Airport flights. The 15:05 departure with IndiGo is the earliest flight available. IndiGo operates the latest service of the day at 21:40.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your VTZ to CCU flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like December, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
IndiGo is your gateway to discovering Kolkata (and perhaps some other great parts of India!). Check out the direct flights from Visakhapatnam Airport to Kolkata Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travelers choose to travel with IndiGo on this route.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier that offers VTZ to CCU flights. A reliable 87.83% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Visakhapatnam Airport (VTZ) to Kolkata Airport (CCU)
Right now, $63 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Visakhapatnam Airport to Kolkata Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $128. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book two months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from VTZ to CCU.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Visakhapatnam Airport to Kolkata Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from VTZ to CCU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Visakhapatnam Airport to Kolkata Airport.
Handy information about Visakhapatnam Airport (VTZ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Visakhapatnam Airport, data shows 72% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Visakhapatnam Airport from central Visakhapatnam, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near VTZ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Visakhapatnam Airport to Kolkata Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Kolkata Airport (CCU)
If you're coming in on a late Visakhapatnam Airport to Kolkata Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near CCU:
Pick up a Kolkata Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. Europcar and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Kolkata and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Kolkata Airport around four weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Kolkata Airport (CCU)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Visakhapatnam Airport to Kolkata Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Kolkata. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in June.
The warmest month in Kolkata is April, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Visakhapatnam Airport to Kolkata Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VTZ to CCU in January. Temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Kolkata has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of India you should also see. About 467 kilometers north-west of Kolkata, a trip to Patna will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Gurudwara, Buddha Smriti Park and Buddha Statue.
If there's time to check out another corner of India, head for Ranchi, roughly 322 kilometers west of Kolkata. Jagannath Temple, Panchghagh Falls and Sun Temple are among the biggest draws.
