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All flights to Kolkota come under the international and domestic flying route. International flights from Mumbai usually start from UK, Africa and Europe and arrive in the early hours of morning at Kolkota. These indirect international flights land at Mumbai airport as a transit stop where crew gets changed - fueling is done and new domestic passengers board the plane. The flight then leaves for Kolkota. Such flights are usually manned by foreign nationals traveling to tour the ancient city of Kolkota. Another passenger section in the 'economy' class of the plane is usually students. The number of student passengers boarding these flights increases during peak months of summer vacation and festivals. This is precisely the reason why more than 65% of domestic students end up on these international flights. The demand for flights from Mumbai to Kolkota is high that many domestic travelers get booked onto the international flight. These international flights also offer additional refreshment and entertainment facilities for a price. The main reasons for traveling include tourism, business and returning home for the holidays.

• Airfare from Mumbai to Kolkota on international and domestic flights is the same
• The ticket prices are affordable
• The ticket prices are affordable
• These domestic flights ply through out the week at all times of the day and night
• The airfare from Mumbai to Kolkota for students is provided at discount rates
• Some domestic flights cater exclusively to students flying from Mumbai to Kolkota via Pune and Delhi
• Some flights also special airline tour packages
• Online airline competitions aim to bring the potential passenger close to the airline service. Potential passengers are encouraged to sign up and play to win first class seats with five star airport hotel accommodation and transportation
• The seat number on these domestic aircraft has grown in recent years

The influx of international and domestic flights leaving Mumbai for Kolkota has increased the vulnerability of the Mumbai airport. International passengers are duly checked at every transit stop. Pertinent visa information including duration of stay and purpose of visit is also gathered from foreign nationals. Heavy restrictions are placed on check-in and hand baggage. Foreign nationals are allowed a weight of 25-35 kg in check-in luggage. The international flights do not have heavy security measures in place for domestic travelers. Domestic flights from Mumbai to Kolkota are usually stuffy with minimal seat place. Online booking is strongly encouraged. Payment is usually done via credit cards.

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