Shillong to Kolkata Flights, Fares @ ₹4874 + Upto ₹800 OFF

Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, the capital of West Bengal is a thriving metropolis with much to offer the discerning traveler. Located on the east bank of the Hooghly River, Kolkata is not just the commercial capital but a historical and cultural centre as well. It boasts of some of the finest museums and literary centers in addition to its splendid monuments.

When here, you can indulge in a wide array of Bengali cuisine, from its exceptional street food to seafood specialties and delicious desserts. Shopping can be done in many of its old bazaars and shopping malls that offer a range of products. One can get a flight to Kolkata to visit many of the festivals it hosts throughout the year of which the Durga Puja is renowned.

The city is well connected by air to all major countries and one can get great deals on cheap flight tickets to and from Kolkata. The Airport, located at a distance of 17kms from the city centre, operates daily international as well as domestic flights to and from Kolkata.

Shillong, referred to as the ÔÇÿScotland of the EastÔÇÖ, is the capital city of the state of Meghalaya. It is a nature lover's paradise, surrounded by hills and waterfalls, along with boasting an unspoilt environment. One of the major cities of the north-eastern part of India, Shillong is well-connected by road and air. The airport in Shillong is 30 km away from the city and it takes less than an hour to reach the city centre. Travellers can look for various deals on air tickets to Shillong and reach this alluring city at an affordable rate.

There are direct flights to Shillong from Jorhat and Kolkata which operate seven days a week. These Shillong flights are operated by Air India and take around one and a half hour to reach the destination from Kolkata. Many tourists also make a flight booking to Guwahati, which is the next nearest airport and is well-connected by flights from several locations across the country.

The beautiful capital city is counted amongst the best getaway destinations in the country. Be it a tour with friends, family or loved ones, tourists surely take back home fond memories from the city of Shillong. For cheap air tickets to Shillong, tourists can log on www.makemytrip.com.