Flights to Kolkata

Kolkata…A city of dreams, hopes, grandeur and glory. Formerly called Calcutta, Kolkata is considered to be the gateway to eastern India. A potpourri of moods, cultures, colors, politics, industry and commerce; the city's vivid and vibrant shades fascinates one and all. A hub for all cultural and creative activity, Kolkata is popular because of its people and ethnicity.

Teeming with life and tradition, this 300 year old city has outgrown from a cluster of villages to a growing metropolis. Titled as the city of joy, Kolkata is the nerve center of intellect and human values. A medley of vivid colors, lights, festivals and moods; Kolkata is one of the most alluring destinations.

The best way to reach this city of Joy is by air. Various airlines run regular flights to Kolkata through various key destinations like Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai and Bangalore.

Attractions

Sight Seeing : Maidan, Fort William, Victoria Memorial, Birla Planetarium, Indian Museum, Shahid Minar, Howrah Bridge, Marble Palace, National Library.

Temples : Kalighat, Dakshineshwar Kali Temple Belur Math, Rama Mission Institute of Culture, Nakhoda Mosque, St. John’s Church, Pareshnath Jain Temple

Entertainment

Art & Culture : Asutosh Museum, Birla Industrial and Technology Museum, Birla Academy of Art and Culture

Shopping :New Market, Vardaan Market, Park Street, Gariahat, College Street Market, Lake Market

When to go

Home to five nobel laureates, this city of joy is famed for its uniqueness. The best time to visit Kolkata is between October to March, when the city wears a radiant look. With low fare airlines operating flights to Kolkata on daily basis, reaching this city is no longer an expensive affair. Cheap ticket flights to Kolkata are offered by various airlines like Jet Airways, Kingfisher, Indian Airlines, Air India, Spicejet, Air Deccan, Indigo and GO Air. So pack your bags and gear up for an alluring trip to the gateway to Eastern India, Kolkata.