Cheap Flights from Kolkata to Dubai
The journey stretches roughly five hours over the Arabian Sea from Subhas Chandra Bose airport in eastern India toward the United Arab Emirates. You can reach either of Dubai's airports on a nonstop service or through an intermediate stop depending on which carrier you choose and what fits your schedule.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 EmiratesEK | direct | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 28 Jan 2027 | from $233 | Search 28 Jan 2027 |
 Indigo6E | with a stop | — | 1 Nov 2026 | from $272 | Search 1 Nov 2026 |
 Air IndiaAI | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 1 Nov 2026 | from $281 | Search 1 Nov 2026 |
 Fly DubaiFZ | direct | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 26 Nov 2026 | from $288 | Search 26 Nov 2026 |
 Air India ChartersIX | with a stop | — | 17 Nov 2026 | from $295 | Search 17 Nov 2026 |
 US-Bangla AirlinesBS | with a stop | — | 17 Nov 2026 | from $310 | Search 17 Nov 2026 |
 Kuwait AirwaysKU | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 2 Dec 2026 | from $337 | Search 2 Dec 2026 |
 Spicejet Ltd.SG | with a stop | — | 26 Nov 2026 | from $341 | Search 26 Nov 2026 |
 Akasa AirQP | with a stop | — | 17 Nov 2026 | from $443 | Search 17 Nov 2026 |
 Alliance Air9I | with a stop | — | 28 Dec 2026 | from $477 | Search 28 Dec 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 31 October 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: March — from $231.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | from $286 | 31 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $263 | 26 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $294 | 6 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $233 | 28 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $234 | 13 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $231 | 12 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $235 | 1 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $293 | 13 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $290 | 1 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $240 | 3 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $236 | 8 Aug 2027 | |
| September 2027 | from $236 | 1 Sept 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Kolkata | Subhas Chandra Bose CCU | 12 km |
| Dubai | Al Maktoum Int. Airport DWC | 42 km |
| Dubai | Dubai DXB | 8 km |
| Dubai | Dubai Bus Station XNB | 0 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
February tends to offer lower fares compared with other months, though prices shift throughout the year based on demand patterns and holiday periods. The route sees carriers across all twelve months, so booking ahead helps when schedules fill up around peak travel seasons or regional events in either country.
Airlines and what to expect
Several carriers operate this connection, including Emirates with its full-service model and Fly Dubai offering point-to-point options. Low-cost choices like Indigo and Spicejet provide economy-focused tickets where baggage may cost extra. Air India and its charter division also serve the route alongside Alliance Air and AirAsia India.
Arriving — Dubai
Dubai handles arrivals at two main airports depending on your airline and final destination. Al Maktoum Int. Airport sits further from the city centre than Dubai International, meaning longer ground transfers or shuttle rides into town after landing.
Before you go: United Arab Emirates
- Currency
- AED (DH)
- Power sockets
- Type C, G · 220 V
- Language
- Arabic
- Emergency number
- 112, 997, 998
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +971
- Internet domain
- .ae, .امارات
- Population of Dubai
- 3.9 M (2025)
- Time zone
- UTC+04 (Asia/Dubai)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Confirm which airport your ticket names before you fly since both carriers use different terminals in Dubai.
- Check baggage allowances on low-cost fares as checked bags often require separate payment.
- Review connection times if booking multi-airline tickets on separate reservations for this route.
- Verify visa requirements and entry documents needed when travelling from India to the United Arab Emirates.
- Compare prices across months since February generally offers better value than peak summer periods.
Frequently asked questions
Kolkata – Dubai: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for March 2027 — $231. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Kolkata – Dubai: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Emirates, Indigo, Air India, Fly Dubai, Air India Charters, US-Bangla Airlines, Kuwait Airways, Spicejet Ltd., Akasa Air, Alliance Air.
Kolkata – Dubai: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Kolkata to Dubai?
The distance is about 3,368 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 4 h 33 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Kolkata – Dubai?
Kolkata: Subhas Chandra Bose (CCU). Dubai: Al Maktoum Int. Airport (DWC), Dubai (DXB), Dubai Bus Station (XNB).
What is the time difference between Kolkata and Dubai?
Dubai is 1.5 h behind Kolkata.