Delhi, India → Kolkata, India · ✈ 2h 9min · 🚗 21h 25min
712 nautical miles · Time difference: +1h ahead · Direction: southeast
The distance from Delhi to Kolkata is 1,318 km (819 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 9min.
The straight-line distance from Delhi, India to Kolkata, India is approximately 1,318 kilometers (819 miles or 712 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Kolkata is located southeast of Delhi. Delhi is in Asia, in the North India region of India, while Kolkata is in Asia, in East India, India. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,318 km | ~2h 9min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~1,713 km | ~21h 25min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,582 km | ~13h 11min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Delhi to Kolkata. For 1,318 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 1,713 km, fuel costs for driving from Delhi to Kolkata are approximately $137–$257 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Delhi sits at 28.7041°N, 77.1025°E, while Kolkata is located at 22.5726°N, 88.3639°E. The initial compass bearing from Delhi to Kolkata is 119° (ESE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Delhi heading roughly ESE. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 6.13° and the longitude difference is 11.26°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Delhi and Kolkata is approximately 25.7465°N, 82.8784°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 659 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Kolkata is roughly 1 hour ahead of Delhi. When it is 09:00 in Delhi, it is approximately 10:00 in Kolkata. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Delhi is a major city in India with a population of approximately 16,787,941. Located in the North India region, it is an important hub in Asia. As one of the largest cities in India, Delhi is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
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Kolkata is a notable city in India with a population of approximately 14,850,000. Situated in the East India region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Kolkata is one of India's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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1,318 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
At 1,318 km, the Delhi-Kolkata route is about 3.3% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 2h 9min.
Combined, Delhi and Kolkata have a population of over 31,637,941 people, making this a major urban corridor.
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The straight-line distance from Delhi to Kolkata is approximately 1,318 kilometers (819 miles, 712 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 9min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 21h 25min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Kolkata is approximately +1h ahead compared to Delhi.
The estimated road distance is approximately 1,713 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,318 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.