When is the cheapest time to fly CCU↔IXM return?

December is the cheapest month to fly this route, while July is the most expensive due to monsoon season. Fares over the past 12 months have dipped as low as ₹10,005 for a round trip during favorable windows.

How much does a CCU–IXM round trip cost?

The average round-trip fare over the past 12 months is ₹47,991, with prices ranging from a low of ₹10,005 to a high of ₹207,656 depending on timing, demand, and how far ahead you book.

How far in advance should I book this round trip?

Book 31-60 days before departure for the lowest average fare (₹43,506). Booking last-minute (0-7 days) averages ₹52,461, and booking very early (61-90 days) can actually cost more, averaging ₹57,050.

How many days is ideal for a India trip from India?

For a temple-town and heritage circuit like Madurai, a 4-6 day round trip is typically ideal, allowing enough time for sightseeing while keeping accommodation costs aligned with the ₹1,500-₹3,500 per person daily budget.

Are there direct flights for this round trip?

Air India and Air India Express operate the main domestic connections on this route; other listed carriers such as SriLankan, Etihad, and Qatar Airways typically serve it via connecting itineraries, so travelers should check specifically for nonstop options if a direct flight is a priority.

What is the daily budget for India?

Plan for approximately ₹1,500 to ₹3,500 per person per day at the destination to cover meals, local transport, and incidental expenses.

Kolkata to Madurai Round Trip Flights | Prices from ₹10,005

Best round trip available now

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RT prices are 54% below 12-month average — excellent time to book

₹22,191

return ticket · per person · 4 nights · Air India Express, Air India

Outbound

2026-09-14

CCU → IXM · 1 stop · 3h 50m

₹12,857

Return

2026-09-18

IXM → CCU · 1 stop · 3h 40m

₹9,334

↓ 54% vs 12m avg

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Best Kolkata–Madurai return dates

Top 6 combos sorted by deal score

BEST DEAL

₹22,191

09 14 → 09 18

4 nights

Air India Express, Air India

₹23,156

09 15 → 09 18

3 nights

Air India Express, Air India

₹23,255

09 02 → 09 18

16 nights

Air India Express, Air India

₹23,255

09 03 → 09 18

15 nights

Air India Express, Air India

₹23,760

09 07 → 09 18

11 nights

Air India Express, Air India

₹23,760

09 04 → 09 18

14 nights

Air India Express, Air India

Per person · Economy · Both legs included

Price by trip length

Cheapest RT found per stay duration

₹23k

2-3d

₹22k

4-6d

₹24k

7-9d

₹23k

10-14d

₹23k

15d+

Longer stays often unlock cheaper per-night fares when airlines fill mid-week seats.

When to book for the best price

Average one-way fare by booking window

0-7 days

₹52,096

350 fares

8-14 days

₹49,008

361 fares

15-30 days

₹47,522

806 fares

31-60 days

₹44,094

1,435 fares

61-90 days

₹56,284

713 fares

Booking at the optimal window saves ₹8,002 per ticket vs last-minute fares.

Best month for Kolkata–Madurai round trip

Monthly average fare · weather · crowds

Jul Dec

Month	Avg OW fare	OW low	Verdict	Weather	Crowd
Jul	₹58,608	₹38,174	Expensive	Warm/Rainy	Medium
Aug	₹49,786	₹36,148	Average	Warm/Rainy	Medium
Sep	₹42,780	₹10,005	Average	Warm/Rainy	Low
Oct	₹57,235	₹13,911	Expensive	Warm/Humid	Medium
Nov	₹43,471	₹38,077	Average	Warm/Dry	High
DecCHEAPEST	₹42,447	₹38,091	Average	Cool/Dry	High

Madurai — what to know

Travel guide for this route

Daily budget

₹1,500–3,500

incl. food + local travel

Safety

High

Flight time

7h 17m avg

Airlines

Air India Express, Air India, SriLankan

GOOD FOR: Temple tourism Spiritual pilgrimage South Indian culture

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