Direct (nonstop) flights from Kolkata to Abu Dhabi

2 airlines fly nonstop from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU) to Zayed International Airport (AUH). It's 2,142 miles (3,448 km), about 5h 30m in the air. Operated by Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, Etihad Airways.

CCU
Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport
🇮🇳 Kolkata, India
AUH
Zayed International Airport
🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,142 mi
3,448 km
CO₂/pax
362 kg
−49 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi +1
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Air Arabia Abu Dhabi Air Arabia Abu Dhabi Etihad Airways Etihad Airways

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi 3L Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Route
CCU → AUH
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,142 mi
Etihad Airways EY Etihad Airways
Route
CCU → AUH
Flight Time
5h 30m
Distance
2,142 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kolkata to Abu Dhabi with one stop · direct emits 362 kg CO₂ per passenger

CCU PNQ (Pune) AUH
Leg 1: 2h 38m (981 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,303 mi) Total: ~5h 48m 🍃 411 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CCU → PNQ
2h 38m · 981 mi
View CCU to PNQ flights →
Leg 2
PNQ → AUH
3h 10m · 1,303 mi
View PNQ to AUH flights →
CCU VTZ (Vishakhapatnam) AUH
Leg 1: 1h 35m (479 mi) Leg 2: 4h 23m (1,898 mi) Total: ~5h 58m 🍃 435 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CCU → VTZ
1h 35m · 479 mi
View CCU to VTZ flights →
Leg 2
VTZ → AUH
4h 23m · 1,898 mi
View VTZ to AUH flights →
CCU BOM (Mumbai) AUH
Leg 1: 2h 55m (1,036 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,226 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 407 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CCU → BOM
2h 55m · 1,036 mi
View CCU to BOM flights →
Leg 2
BOM → AUH
3h 10m · 1,226 mi
View BOM to AUH flights →
CCU HYD (Hyderabad) AUH
Leg 1: 2h 20m (750 mi) Leg 2: 3h 45m (1,613 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 437 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CCU → HYD
2h 20m · 750 mi
View CCU to HYD flights →
Leg 2
HYD → AUH
3h 45m · 1,613 mi
View HYD to AUH flights →
CCU DEL (Delhi) AUH
Leg 1: 2h 30m (815 mi) Leg 2: 3h 40m (1,417 mi) Total: ~6h 10m 🍃 416 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CCU → DEL
2h 30m · 815 mi
View CCU to DEL flights →
Leg 2
DEL → AUH
3h 40m · 1,417 mi
View DEL to AUH flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kolkata to Abu Dhabi?

A nonstop flight from Kolkata (CCU) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) takes approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 2,142 miles (3,448 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kolkata to Abu Dhabi?

2 airlines: Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, Etihad Airways.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kolkata to Abu Dhabi?

Yes. 2 airlines: Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, Etihad Airways.

How far is Kolkata from Abu Dhabi?

The flight distance from Kolkata to Abu Dhabi is 2,142 miles (3,448 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Los Angeles.

What is the time difference between Kolkata and Abu Dhabi?

Abu Dhabi is 1 hour behind Kolkata. (Asia/Kolkata vs Asia/Dubai.)

What type of aircraft flies from Kolkata to Abu Dhabi?

At 5h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from India to United Arab Emirates?

Depends on your passport. Check with the United Arab Emirates embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Kolkata to Abu Dhabi?

Roughly 362 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,810 km.

Is the return flight from Abu Dhabi to Kolkata also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kolkata to Abu Dhabi?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.