Is there a direct flight?

No, there are no direct flights from Calicut to Kolkata.

Which station is better?

Howrah is the main terminal, but Shalimar is less crowded.

How to reach from airport?

Pre-paid taxis are available outside the airport terminal.

Is Kolkata expensive?

It is relatively affordable compared to other metro cities.

What is the best food?

Try the authentic Kolkata Biryani and Rosogolla.

Tavanur

Kolkata

Train Flight

Tavanur to Kolkata

Updated: 28 May 2026

Traveling from Tavanur to Kolkata involves traversing the entire eastern coast of India. You will cover roughly 2000 km. The most common rail route involves taking a train from Tirur to Chennai or Vijayawada, followed by a connection to Howrah or Shalimar station. Flights are available from Calicut International Airport to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport. This journey takes you from the tropical backwaters of Kerala to the cultural capital of India, Kolkata. Expect a travel duration of 38 to 42 hours by train.

Total Distance: Driving distance 2050 km, straight-line air distance 1600 km.

Fastest Way

Flight from Calicut International Airport, taking 5 hours.

Cheapest Way

Train in Sleeper class, costing approximately 1500 INR.

Compare Tavanur to Kolkata Routes

	Train Connecting	Flight Connecting
Duration	40 hours	5 hours
Avg Price	1500 - 5000 INR	9000 - 18000 INR
Operator	Coromandel Express	IndiGo
Route	Tirur to Chennai Central to Howrah	CCJ to CCU via Bangalore or Chennai
Tip	Check for trains terminating at Shalimar if Howrah is unavailable.	Book early to avoid high prices during festive seasons like Durga Puja.

Travel Tips

Local Transit
Use the Kolkata Metro for the fastest way to navigate the city traffic.
Currency
Carry cash for local street food stalls which may not accept digital payments.
Language
Learning basic Bengali phrases can help in local interactions.
Weather
Carry an umbrella as Kolkata experiences sudden heavy monsoon showers.
Booking
Use the IRCTC app for real-time train status updates.