Flight Overview for Guwahati to Kolkata
With over lots of daily connections from Guwahati to Kolkata, you can select the flight of your choice from both business and economy classes.
Book flights with Air India from Guwahati to Kolkata and cover 498 km/310 miles in just 1h 20m with multiple options to choose from and convenient flight timings, Air India ensures a hassle-free arrival at your destination. 3 direct flights connect Guwahati and Kolkata.
Guwahati to Kolkata flight distance : | 498 km/310 miles |
Direct Flights from Guwahati to Kolkata : | 3 (*daily frequency varies) |
Guwahati to Kolkata flight duration ; | 1h 20m (for direct flights) |
Guwahati to Kolkata flights : | 17-21 (*daily frequency varies) |
Guwahati to Kolkata Flight Ticket Price : | Economy class: 5,541 INR (*prices may vary depending on the season and demand) |
First flight from Guwahati airport : | AI 9502 departs at 09:15 |
Last flight from Guwahati airport : | AI 9510 departs at 13:55 |
Guwahati to Kolkata one way fare starts | INR 5,541 |
*The above information is subject to change without prior notice. prices may vary depending on the season and demand.
Guwahati to Kolkata Flight Schedule and Flight Time
We run around 17-21 Guwahati to Kolkata flights a day, with 3 these operating as direct flights and the remainder offering connecting options. The first departure leaves Guwahati at 09:15 and the last at 13:55 ,giving you a wide spread across early morning, daytime and evening slots. You can check live timings, service numbers and seat availability for any travel date on our flight schedule before air ticket booking.
Best Time to Book Guwahati to Kolkata Flights
Prices on the Guwahati to Kolkata route move with demand and season. Book two to three weeks ahead, pick an early-morning or late-evening departure, and you will usually see the widest choice of seats at the lower end of the range. The cooler months from November to February are busy. Booking sooner helps you lock in a seat that fits your schedule.
Guwahati to Kolkata Flight Best Fares & Ticket Prices
Once your travel documents and dates are in place, book Guwahati Kolkata flight through our website or app and review the services available for your preferred day. Compare departure times and journey details before making a choice.
The Guwahati to Kolkata flight ticket fare changes according to travel date, demand and availability. If your schedule allows, checking nearby dates can help you compare the Guwahati to Kolkata flight fare before confirming.
Before purchasing an online ticket, review the fare conditions, baggage entitlement and applicable entry requirements. With Air India direct booking Guwahati Kolkata, eligible booking-management services remain accessible after confirmation.
About Guwahati to Kolkata Flights
Connecting Assam to West Bengal with ease, the Air India flight Guwahati to Kolkata caters to steady business, medical, and leisure traffic. The service flies a distance of approximately 498 km/310 miles while our non-stop services cover the journey in under two hours. Being a domestic route, Air India offers both Economy and Business seating options.
Non-Stop Guwahati to Kolkata Flight Options
Air India operates daily non-stop departures between Guwahati and Kolkata. These direct flights connect the two cities in just 1h 20m on average. They prove to be highly reliable options for same-day returns or timely connections to international long-haul networks.
Morning vs Evening Guwahati to Kolkata Flights - Which is Better?
Choosing between early departures and evening schedules depends primarily on your agenda in Kolkata. The table below can provide clarity:
Consideration | Morning services | Evening services |
|---|---|---|
Typical departure window | From 07:05 | Up to 23:00 |
Best for | An extra day or half-day in Kolkata | Completing a full workday in Guwahati before travelling. A fresh start in Kolkata the next day |
Arrival in Kolkata | Mid-morning, noon, afternoon | Evening, late evening, midnight |
Choice of seats | High demand. Early booking recommended for window/aisle preferences | Balanced availability across Economy and Business |
Onward travel into Kolkata | Heavier city traffic along Major Arterial Road during morning peak hours | Smooth traffic flow along the EM Bypass and main urban corridors, unless arriving in peak hour evening traffic |
How to Book Guwahati to Kolkata Flights Online on Air India
The Air India official website and mobile app are the best platforms to reserve your travel. Simply follow these steps to complete your air ticket booking with us directly:
Enter your travel dates, cabin class, and the total number of passengers
Compare available flight timings, select your preferred service, and review the Guwahati to Kolkata flight fare breakdown
Input passenger details, add any optional baggage or meal preferences, and complete payment
Check your inbox or mobile phone for your online ticket upon payment confirmation
Check Guwahati Kolkata Flight Status & Flight Schedule
Here is how you can check your flight status, Guwahati to Kolkata, using our website:
Open the 'Flight Status' tab under the 'Book & Manage' section on the main menu
Select your route or enter the specific flight number alongside the departure date
Click 'Show Flights' to view live departure, arrival, and gate tracking information
To review the full timetable on a specific date:
Open the 'Flight Schedule' section on the portal
Select one-way or round-trip options and enter Guwahati (GAU) and Kolkata (CCU)
Choose your intended travel window and submit to generate the latest operational timetable
You can also check your flight status and get the complete departure schedule on our mobile app.
How to Web Check-In for Guwahati to Kolkata Air India Flights
Web check-in is an excellent tool to keep your journey completely hassle-free and enjoy a greater margin before departure. These are the steps to complete it:
Go to the web check-in section on the official website or mobile app
Enter your Booking Reference (PNR) or ticket number along with the lead passenger's last name
View the interactive seat map, and confirm preferred seats for each passenger on the booking
Choose any add-ons (optional)
Complete any pending payment
Download digital boarding passes directly to your device
Please note that online check-in opens 48 hours prior to scheduled departure and closes 60 minutes before.
Online Check-In & Security at Guwahati Airport for Kolkata Flights
Online check-in saves time by allowing passengers to simply drop baggage at an Air India counter and proceed straight to security screening. Although a moderately sized terminal, GAU T1 can get fairly busy during certain parts of the day. By completing your check-in beforehand, you can enjoy an extended margin at the airport and keep your journey stress-free.
Documents required for Guwahati to Kolkata
While travelling to any domestic destination within India, ensure that you have the following valid documents:
Voter ID card
Aadhaar card
PAN card
Driver's license
Government-issued student identity card
Disability ID card
Pension cards
Passport
Note: Infants and minors need not carry any proof of identity when travelling with parents or guardians. Unaccompanied minors must have any one of the proof-of-identity documents listed above.
Special Travel Requirements for Guwahati to Kolkata Flights
Air India offers dedicated ground and onboard assistance to make sure all our guests experience comfortable and accessible travel. Passengers requiring wheelchair transfers, medical support, mobility guidance, or unaccompanied minor assistance can request these facilities during booking or 24-48 hours before departure. The sections below explain how Air India can provide support in greater detail.
Special considerations for different age groups
Student Offers and Benefits on air ticket booking:
Students (Between 12-30 years): Students aged between 12 and 30 years and enrolled full-time in a government-recognised educational board, university, or institute are eligible for Air Indiaโs Student Concession.
Infants (Below 4 Years): Infants must travel accompanied by an adult. A birth certificate or immunisation record serves as proof of age. Infant flight ticket fares are applicable.
Special Requirements for Children
Do children need different ID requirements?
Yes, identification rules vary by age group. Infants require proof of age, such as a birth certificate, while minors (5โ11 years) need a school ID card or Aadhaar card. Ensure the name matches the ticket to avoid boarding delays.
Children (12โ17 Years): Must travel with an accompanying adult or be booked under Air Indiaโs Unaccompanied Minor (UMNR) service if travelling alone.
A school ID card or Aadhaar card is accepted as identification.
Unaccompanied minors aged 5โ11 years can travel only after prior booking of UMNR services through Air Indiaโs website or customer care.
Special Requirements for Senior Citizens
Senior citizens can present any government-issued ID, such as a Pension Card, Aadhaar, or Voter ID. If availing senior citizen concessions, the same ID used during booking must be presented during check-in.
Senior Citizens (60 Years and Above): Passengers aged 60 and above are eligible for senior citizen fares on domestic routes.
A government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, or Passport) must be presented at check-in to validate the concession.
Air India provides additional services such as priority boarding, wheelchair assistance, and dedicated check-in counters.
Disability Assistance Information
Wheelchair Assistance: Can be pre-booked online or requested at the airport at least one hour before departure.
Boarding Help: Priority boarding and staff escorts are provided when required.
Guwahati to Kolkata Airport Guide
Both airports serve as modern transport nodes equipped with functional amenities for domestic passengers.
Category | Guwahati Airport (GAU) | Kolkata Airport (CCU) |
|---|---|---|
Full Name | ||
IATA Code | GAU | CCU |
Location | Borjhar (~20 km from city center) | Dum Dum (~15 km from city center) |
Departure/Arrival Terminal | Integrated Passenger Terminal | Integrated Terminal (Terminal 2) |
Transportation | Airport taxis; Rideshare cabs; Pre-paid counters; State buses | Prepaid yellow taxis; App cabs; Airport express buses; Suburban rail |
Facilities | Executive lounges; Retail shops; Handicraft stalls; Dining counters; Free Wi-Fi | Premium lounges; Duty-free shops; Extensive dining corridors; Baby care rooms |
Guwahati Airport (Terminal 1)
GAU T1โs design reflects local Assamese cultural elements while housing modern conveniences such as retail shops, executive lounges, and varied food outlets. Located in Borjhar, it sits roughly 20 km from the main city centre. Travellers should allow at least 45 to 60 minutes transit time from central Guwahati. This helps account for potential traffic congestion along the National Highway corridor during peak rush hours.
Kolkata Airport
CCU T1 features a spacious integrated terminal equipped with extensive dining zones, quiet rest spaces, and currency exchange desks. Onward transport into the city is readily available via prepaid taxi booths, rideshare pickup zones, and scheduled airport bus services operating along major urban arteries.
Why Choose Guwahati to Kolkata Flights Direct with Air India (Guwahati-Kolkata)
Booking direct through the Air India website gives access to the exclusive deals that cannot be found at third-party platforms. Using our official channels simplifies reservation modifications, seat selection, and baggage additions while linking seamlessly to your Maharaja Club account for instant point accumulation. Additionally, the website and mobile app make it much faster to get customer service support.
Air India Fleet & Connectivity
Air Indiaโs extensive domestic network stretches across India, strategically opening up to regional hubs that conveniently connect global destinations. As a Star Alliance member, the airline maintains global service standards, offering passengers streamlined connections, shared lounge access, and reciprocal frequent flyer benefits across partner carriers. Travellers arriving in Kolkata can seamlessly connect to onward domestic destinations or international long-haul flights across Asia, Europe, and North America.
Air India inflight services
At Air India, we want to ensure that you have a wonderful in-flight experience throughout your travels.
Complimentary meals: Air India provides complimentary meals to all its passengers taking domestic flights. We have choices in meals to cater to a wide range of dietary and cultural needs.
Inflight magazine: Air Indiaโs newly launched inflight magazine, offers a glimpse of the world's favourite travel destinations, culture, showbiz, and what's new in Air India.
Air India Baggage Allowance
Air Indiaโs generous checked and cabin baggage allowances accommodate business and family travel requirements with ease. Limits depend on seat and fare type, with the option to add additional baggage available up to 24 hours before departure. We request passengers to always review their ticket for exact weight limits and dimension guidelines before arriving at the airport.
Economy Class Baggage Allowance
Seat Class | Cabin baggage | Checked baggage |
|---|---|---|
Value | 7 kg/15.43 lb | 15 kg/33.06 lb |
Classic | 7 kg/15.43 lb | 20 kg/44.06 lb |
Flex | 7 kg/15.43 lb | 25 kg/55.11 lb |
Premium Economy Class Baggage
Seat Class | Cabin baggage | Checked baggage |
|---|---|---|
Eco Classic | 7 kg/15.4 lb | 15 kg/33.06 lb |
Eco Flex | 7 kg/15.4 lb | 25 kg/55.11 lb |
First Class Baggage
Seat Class | Cabin baggage | Checked baggage |
|---|---|---|
Flex | 10 kg/22.04 lb | 40 kg/88.18 lb |
Business Class Baggage
Seat Class | Cabin baggage | Checked baggage |
|---|---|---|
Classic | 10 kg/22.04 lb | 25 kg/55.11 lb |
Flex | 10 kg/22.04 lb | 40 kg/88.16 lb |
Note: The weight limit for checked baggage varies based on the travel class and route.
Air India Passenger Services
On-Ground Services
Air India remains committed to guest comfort with continuous service enhancements across key Indian airports. Through focused guest support programs like Project Abhinandan, specially trained service executives are stationed at multiple points of both terminals. Their goal is to assist passengers with check-in, queue management, and swift baggage handling.
Onboard Amenities
Passengers on our Guwahati Kolkata flights enjoy comfortable ergonomic seating, generous legroom, and warm, attentive cabin service. Complementary meals and refreshments are served to all our guests, with our Business cabin travellers enjoying a full-course meal. The latest edition of namaste.ai, Air Indiaโs official inflight magazine, proves to be an insightful mile-high read.
Air India's Maharaja Club
Frequent flyers on the Guwahati to Kolkata flight can enhance their journeys through Air Indiaโs Maharaja Club, a frequent flyer programme that offers unparalleled privileges and exclusive benefits. Members earn and redeem Maharaja Points on every flight, with added perks for direct bookings through the Air India website or app.
Red: Entry-level with reward points and early offers.
Silver: Faster point accrual and priority check-in.
Gold: Lounge access and extra baggage allowance.
Platinum: Cabin upgrades, dedicated support, and elite recognition.
Earning and Redeeming Points
Earn 6โ10 Maharaja Points per โน100 spent, plus two bonus points for direct bookings. Points can be redeemed for flight tickets, upgrades, or partner services, and never expire for active members.
Key Benefits
Priority check-in and boarding at Guwahati to Kolkata.
Extra baggage allowance.
Access to over 1,000 lounges worldwide.
Family point pooling and upgrade vouchers
Kolkata Travel Guide
Explore the bustling streets of Kolkata, its savoury street food and immerse yourself in the cityโs rich cultural history and its iconic landmarks.
Whatโs the Best time to visit Kolkata?
Kolkata experiences a pleasant climate from October to February, making it an ideal time to view the landmark attractions of the city and indulge in their festive and cultural celebrations.
Top Places to visit in Kolkata
Monuments: Some of the must-visits include the famous Howrah Bridge, Victoria Memorial and Fort William. A few other attractions include Dakshineswar Kali Temple and Belur Math.
City attractions: Stroll through Park Street to experience the vibrant street life of Kolkata and its delightful street food, visit Kumartuli to witness the skilled craftsmanship of artisans and the South Park Street Cemetery - one of the earliest non-church burial grounds for calm amidst the chaos.
Shopping: From jewellery to spices, you can find everything at Kolkata's oldest shopping destination - the New Market. For bibliophiles, College Street is a good spot to pick academic and other second-hand books on fiction. The Gariahat Market is a great spot to experience street food and traditional clothing.
Culinary treats: While in Kolkata, you must taste their rosogollas, macher jhol, and telebhaja. Try Park Street for the best sweet and savoury snacks.
Book Your Guwahati to Kolkata Flight
Flying direct with Air India provides exceptional comfort, reliable schedules, and generous luggage allowances between Guwahati and Kolkata. Experience top-tier mile-high hospitality, hassle-free online management, and exclusive offers through direct booking. Reserve your flight tickets today on the official website or mobile app to secure the lowest fares on the route..
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