Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Kolkata Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Kolkata Airport.
Chennai and Kolkata are in the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
There are 61 Chennai Airport to Kolkata Airport flights every week to choose from.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MAA to CCU flight.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Chennai Airport to Kolkata Airport, so jetting to Kolkata (and then discovering more of India!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is IndiGo.
With 77.93% of services arriving as planned, IndiGo is the most punctual carrier operating MAA to CCU flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Kolkata Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MAA and CCU:
Bengaluru Airport
Hyderabad Airport
Patna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Kolkata Airport (CCU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Kolkata Airport flight is $101. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $202. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MAA to CCU.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Kolkata Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of the departures from Chennai Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MAA? If you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Kolkata Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kolkata Airport (CCU)
Book a hotel near CCU if you're taking a late Chennai Airport to Kolkata Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Secure yourself a Kolkata Airport rental car from popular companies like Europcar or Avis. With your own wheels, you can venture beyond Kolkata and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Kolkata Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
When to fly to Kolkata Airport (CCU)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Kolkata Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Kolkata. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in June.
The warmest month in Kolkata is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Chennai Airport to Kolkata Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from MAA to CCU in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of India
Kolkata has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres north-west of Kolkata, a visit to Patna will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Gurudwara, Buddha Smriti Park and Buddha Statue.
Ranchi is another essential stop in India and is around 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. No journey is complete without a visit to Jagannath Temple, Panchghagh Falls and Sun Temple.