Route Guide

Kolkata to Delhi Flights — East-North Express

Updated June 25, 2026 | 4 min read

Kolkata to Delhi connects two of India's most important metros across 1,500 km. With 30+ daily flights and intense airline competition, fares stay traveler-friendly.

Quick Facts

  • Distance: 1,500 km
  • Flight time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Daily flights: 30+
  • Cheapest fare: ₹4,000-₹6,000

Fare Strategy

  • 📅 Cheapest: Mid-week (Tue-Thu) departures
  • 🎪 Durga Puja (Oct): FROM Kolkata prices spike 50-80% — book 6 weeks early
  • 🌫️ Dec-Jan fog: Both cities get fog — double delay risk!
  • 🕐 Red-eye: Late night departures save ₹1,500-₹2,000

Delhi Winter Warning for Kolkatans

  • 🧥 Temperature shock: Kolkata 15°C → Delhi 5°C in January
  • 🌫️ Fog delays: Both CCU and DEL have fog — the worst combination in India
  • 🛡️ Insurance: Strongly recommended for Dec-Jan travel on this route