Compare available fares, airlines and cabin options from Newark to Kolkata. Search online or ask a Voldeluxe travel expert to review the itinerary with you.
About 20h 40m at the quickest, 21h 25m typical, including the connection
Status
1 stop — no nonstop between Newark and Kolkata in our latest live search
Popular airlines
Air India, Emirates Airlines
Time difference
Kolkata is 9.5 hours ahead of Newark (Eastern Time) during U.S. daylight saving time, mid-March to early November, and 10.5 hours ahead the rest of the year. India doesn't change its clocks.
This week's live check
Checked October 10, 2026
A real search for Newark to Kolkata, round trip in economy for one adult, leaving Nov 21 and returning Dec 5. 475 options came back.
There is no nonstop between Newark and Kolkata, so every itinerary connects at least once. The quickest one-stop options take about 20h 40m; a typical itinerary takes about 21h 25m.
The most common connections are through Delhi and Dubai, with the fastest one-stop options via Delhi at about 20h 40m.
In our live search on October 10, 2026, 475 round-trip options came back for a two-week stay about six weeks out, from $1,447 round trip in economy, taxes included. Fares change daily; search your own dates for today's prices.
Airlines serving this market
Air India
Connects through an Indian gateway such as Delhi or Mumbai, or with a partner airline.
Emirates Airlines
One stop, connecting in Dubai.
Which connection works best from Newark?
Delhi (fastest about 20h 40m), Dubai (fastest about 21h 25m) came up most often in our latest search. Gulf hubs usually give the shortest total time; European hubs can work better on price, baggage or schedule. We also check the layover length, terminal changes and transit visa rules for your passport before you book.
When should you book?
November to February is the pleasant season in Kolkata. The monsoon runs from June to September. Fares from Newark rise fastest around Durga Puja in September–October, Diwali and the December holidays, so book those dates early. Shoulder months usually price better if your dates are flexible.
Origin airport
Departing from Newark (EWR)
United's international flights use Terminal C and most other international airlines use Terminal B. AirTrain Newark connects the terminals to NJ Transit and Amtrak.
Destination airport
Arriving in Kolkata (CCU)
One integrated terminal handles international and domestic flights, which keeps onward connections simple.
Traveling with family?
With a connection, we look for itineraries that keep the family on one ticket with a comfortable layover, and request seats together on both flights where the fare allows it.
Student / long-stay fares
Students flying home to Kolkata can compare fares by baggage allowance as well as price; we check open-return and extra-baggage options where airlines offer them.
Premium Economy & Business Class
Business and Premium Economy availability on Newark–Kolkata depends on the airline and aircraft on each leg. We compare the long-haul cabin, lounge access and baggage before you decide.
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No. Our latest live search found no nonstop, so every option connects at least once, most often in Delhi and Dubai.
About 20h 40m at the quickest and about 21h 25m for a typical itinerary, including any connection.
Air India and Emirates Airlines came up most often among the cheapest options in our latest search.
In our live search on October 10, 2026, round-trip economy started at $1,447, with typical fares around $1,447, taxes included. Your price depends on the dates, so search yours or ask us for a quote.
Fares are highest around Durga Puja in September–October, Diwali and the December holidays. Flexible travelers usually find better prices in the shoulder months.
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