RDU–CCU

Flights from Raleigh-Durham to Kolkata

Compare available fares, airlines and cabin options from Raleigh-Durham to Kolkata. Search online or ask a Voldeluxe travel expert to review the itinerary with you.

Duration
About 21h 45m at the quickest, 33h 25m typical, including the connection
Status
1 stop — no nonstop between Raleigh-Durham and Kolkata in our latest live search
Popular airlines
Qatar Airways, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, American Airlines
Time difference
Kolkata is 9.5 hours ahead of Raleigh-Durham (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 5, 2026

A real search for Raleigh-Durham to Kolkata, round trip in economy for one adult, leaving Nov 16 and returning Nov 30. 478 options came back.

Nonstop
No nonstop found
Quickest
21h 45m
Typical, cheaper fares
33h 25m
Lowest round trip
$1,438

Airlines among the cheapest options: Qatar Airways, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, American Airlines.

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Flying from Raleigh-Durham to Kolkata

There is no nonstop between Raleigh-Durham and Kolkata, so every itinerary connects at least once. The quickest one-stop options take about 21h 45m; a typical itinerary takes about 33h 25m.

Connections vary by airline and date; we compare the hub, the layover length and transit rules for your dates.

In our live search on October 5, 2026, 478 round-trip options came back for a two-week stay about six weeks out, from $1,438 round trip in economy, taxes included. Fares change daily; search your own dates for today's prices.

Airlines serving this market

Qatar Airways

One stop, connecting in Doha.

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

One stop, connecting in Amsterdam.

American Airlines

One stop, usually through a partner airline's hub in Europe or the Middle East.

Which connection works best from Raleigh-Durham?

We compare the hub, the layover length and transit rules for your dates and passport, and point out any itinerary with a tight or overnight connection.

When should you book?

November to February is the pleasant season in Kolkata. The monsoon runs from June to September. Fares from Raleigh-Durham 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 Raleigh-Durham (RDU)

International flights use Terminal 2. Most trips to India connect through a larger U.S. hub or through Europe.

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 Raleigh-Durham–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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Raleigh-Durham to Kolkata FAQ

No. Our latest live search found no nonstop, so every option connects at least once.

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