Compare available fares, airlines and cabin options from San Francisco to Kolkata. Search online or ask a Voldeluxe travel expert to review the itinerary with you.
About 21h 25m at the quickest, 41h 20m typical, including the connection
Status
1 stop — no nonstop between San Francisco and Kolkata in our latest live search
Popular airlines
Qatar Airways, American Airlines
Time difference
Kolkata is 12.5 hours ahead of San Francisco (Pacific Time) during U.S. daylight saving time, mid-March to early November, and 13.5 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 San Francisco to Kolkata, round trip in economy for one adult, leaving Nov 21 and returning Dec 5. 1410 options came back.
There is no nonstop between San Francisco and Kolkata, so every itinerary connects at least once. The quickest one-stop options take about 21h 25m; a typical itinerary takes about 41h 20m.
The most common connections are through Dubai, Doha and Singapore, with the fastest one-stop options via Doha at about 21h 25m.
In our live search on October 10, 2026, 1410 round-trip options came back for a two-week stay about six weeks out, from $1,966 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.
American Airlines
One stop, usually through a partner airline's hub in Europe or the Middle East.
Which connection works best from San Francisco?
Dubai (fastest about 26h 30m), Doha (fastest about 21h 25m), Singapore (fastest about 23h 15m) 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco (SFO)
Long-haul flights leave from the International Terminal, Boarding Areas A and G. BART stops at the airport, so you can arrive without a car.
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 San Francisco–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 Dubai, Doha and Singapore.
About 21h 25m at the quickest and about 41h 20m for a typical itinerary, including any connection.
Qatar Airways and American 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 $1,966, with typical fares around $2,107, 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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