Kolkata, India → Delhi, India · ✈ 2h 9min · 🚗 21h 25min
712 nautical miles · Time difference: -1h behind · Direction: northwest
The distance from Kolkata to Delhi 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 Kolkata, India to Delhi, 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.
Delhi is located northwest of Kolkata. Kolkata is in Asia, in the East India region of India, while Delhi is in Asia, in North 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 Kolkata to Delhi. 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 Kolkata to Delhi 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.
Kolkata sits at 22.5726°N, 88.3639°E, while Delhi is located at 28.7041°N, 77.1025°E. The initial compass bearing from Kolkata to Delhi is 303° (WNW), so a great-circle flight path leaves Kolkata heading roughly WNW. 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 Kolkata and Delhi 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.
Delhi is roughly 1 hour behind Kolkata. When it is 09:00 in Kolkata, it is approximately 08:00 in Delhi. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Kolkata is a major city in India with a population of approximately 14,850,000. Located in the East India region, it is an important hub in Asia. As one of the largest cities in India, Kolkata is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
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Delhi is a notable city in India with a population of approximately 16,787,941. Situated in the North India region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Delhi 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 Kolkata-Delhi route is about 3.3% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 2h 9min.
Combined, Kolkata and Delhi have a population of over 31,637,941 people, making this a major urban corridor.
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The straight-line distance from Kolkata to Delhi 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.
Delhi is approximately -1h behind compared to Kolkata.
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.