How to get from Washington to Kolkata

No nonstop flights. The fastest way is via Doha: about 20h 15m including the connection. Other options: via Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Two tickets from $963.

Flights from Washington to Kolkata

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Where to connect

Options with one connection, fastest first

fastest, via Doha
20h 15m
two tickets, via Dubai
$963
connection options
3
straight-line distance
8,086 mi (13,013 km)
fastest
Via Doha
Qatar
20h 15m
with the connection
Washington to Doha flight 12h 40m
Connection of about 3h
Doha to Kolkata flight 4h 35m
two ticketsfrom $1,172
Via Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
20h 18m
with the connection
Washington to Abu Dhabi flight 12h 50m
Connection of about 3h
Abu Dhabi to Kolkata flight 4h 28m
two ticketsfrom $965
Via Dubai
United Arab Emirates
20h 25m
with the connection
Washington to Dubai flight 13h
Connection of about 3h
Dubai to Kolkata flight 4h 25m
two ticketsfrom $963

One ticket or two

How the options are calculated and what to keep in mind at the connection

Flight times come from the nonstop schedule (estimated from the distance where there is no schedule), with 3h allowed for the connection. The price of an option is the sum of the lowest known fares for each leg; their dates may not match, so treat it as a guide. The search shows tickets for your dates, including connections on a single ticket.

Nearest nonstop flights

The closest you can get without a connection

Frequently asked questions

Is there a nonstop flight from Washington to Kolkata?
There are no nonstop flights in the schedule. You will need a connection, the fastest is via Doha.
What is the fastest way to fly from Washington to Kolkata?
Via Doha: 12h 40m to the connection, 4h 35m after it, about 20h 15m in total with 3h for the connection.
How much does a flight from Washington to Kolkata with a connection cost?
Two nonstop tickets via Dubai from $963. This is the sum of the lowest known prices for each leg, and their dates may not match.
Which cities can you connect in between Washington and Kolkata?
Doha (20h 15m total), Abu Dhabi (20h 18m total) and Dubai (20h 25m total).
How far is Kolkata from Washington?
8,086 mi (13,013 km) in a straight line between the cities.
How much time should I allow for the connection?
The options allow 3h. On a single ticket the carrier is responsible for the connection; on separate tickets you set the margin yourself, allowing time to collect and re-check your bags.