Umrah Visa from Kolkata: Flights, Documents & Costs (2026)
Quick answer
Pilgrims in Kolkata apply for the Saudi Umrah eVisa online — no consulate visit is needed in normal cases. You need an Indian passport valid for six months, a white-background photo, and confirmed travel plans. Flights leave from CCU, with return fares roughly ₹32,000–₹52,000 return in regular season, higher in Ramadan. Approval usually takes 1–3 working days after a complete file.
This guide is written for pilgrims travelling from Kolkata and nearby districts. It covers the airports you can use, typical routes to Jeddah and Madinah, how biometrics work, and what a realistic budget looks like.
Flights from Kolkata to Saudi Arabia
Main airports: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU).
Kolkata has limited non-stop Jeddah service, so most pilgrims fly one-stop via Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Muscat or Riyadh, or connect through Delhi or Mumbai.
Kolkata serves pilgrims from West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, Assam and the North-East. Patna (PAT) and Guwahati (GAU) pilgrims often connect via Kolkata or Delhi.
What pilgrims from Kolkata should know
- Because routings usually include a stop, compare total journey time — a cheap fare with a long layover can be tiring for elderly pilgrims.
- Keep at least 3–4 hours between separate tickets if you connect through Delhi or Mumbai on a domestic flight.
How to apply for an Umrah visa from Kolkata
- 01Choose your visaPick the 15-day or 20-day Umrah visa (or group / host options) on our visa pages — the price is the same anywhere in India.
- 02Upload documentsPassport (valid 6+ months), white-background photo, and travel details. We check every document before filing.
- 03Pay securelyPay online in INR. Your application is filed as soon as payment is confirmed.
- 04Biometrics if requiredBiometrics are mostly completed through the Saudi Visa Bio app. If a centre visit is required, Kolkata has a Saudi visa (VFS Tasheel) centre. Confirm current requirements first.
- 05Receive your eVisaApproval usually takes 1–3 working days after a complete file. Print it and keep a copy on your phone.
Typical Umrah budget from Kolkata
Return flights from Kolkata cost roughly ₹32,000–₹52,000 return in regular season, higher in Ramadan. Hotels, food, transport and the visa add to this depending on season and comfort level.
Use our Umrah cost calculator to build an itemised estimate for your family in a minute.
Documents checklist
- Indian passport valid for at least six months with two blank pages
- Recent photograph on a white background
- Confirmed return flights and hotel bookings in Makkah and Madinah
- Vaccinations required by Saudi health authorities for the season (commonly meningitis ACYW135)
- For children: birth certificate; for women under 18: guardian details
Confirm current rules before booking
Airline schedules, Saudi visa rules and biometric requirements change with little notice. Before paying for non-refundable flights or hotels, confirm current details with your airline and the official Saudi portals, or ask our team.
Frequently asked
Questions pilgrims ask about this
Short, direct answers to the questions we hear most often from Indian pilgrims.
Are there direct flights from Kolkata to Jeddah?
Non-stop service is limited and seasonal. Most of the year pilgrims take a one-stop flight via a Gulf hub or connect through Delhi or Mumbai.
Can pilgrims from Bihar, Jharkhand or Assam apply with you?
Yes. The application is fully online, so you can apply from anywhere in eastern or north-eastern India.
Is the Umrah visa price different in Kolkata?
No — the visa price is the same across India. Only flight costs differ by city. Use our cost calculator to compare.
How long does the Umrah visa take?
Usually 1–3 working days after all documents pass review. Apply at least two weeks before travel to be safe.
Do women need a mahram for Umrah from India?
Women aged 18 and above can generally travel for Umrah without a mahram on eligible visas, often in a group. Rules differ for younger travellers — ask us about your case.
Still have a question? Ask our visa assistant in your own words — answers link back to our guides.
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