Kolkata to Hanoi.
₹21k flights · paid e-Visa 90 days (Vietnam; apply at evisa.gov.vn)
Kolkata-Hanoi flights run around ₹21k round-trip from CCU on direct or 1-stop routes. Mid-range stays + food cost ₹2.3-4.8k/day on the ground. Visa: paid e-Visa 90 days (Vietnam; apply at evisa.gov.vn) (₹2,100 per person). Best months: Oct-Apr.
Hanoi is the base for Halong Bay overnight cruises (2.5h transfer). The Old Quarter's egg coffee and ₹120 bun cha are the cheapest great meals in SE Asia.
Why Hanoi for travellers from Kolkata.
- Flights from CCU: ~₹21k round-trip on direct or 1-stop carriers.
- Visa for Indian passport: paid e-Visa 90 days (Vietnam; apply at evisa.gov.vn) (₹2,100/person).
- On-the-ground cost: ₹2.3-4.8k/day mid-range covering hotel + food + transit.
- Best months: Oct-Apr.
- 01Halong Bay cruise
- 02Old Quarter
- 03Train Street
- 04Ninh Binh day trip
Ways in.
Round-trip estimates from CCU in INR. Live fares via Skyscanner.
How much does it cost?
| DURATION | BUDGET | MID-RANGE | PREMIUM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 days | ₹34k | ₹41k | ₹59k |
| 7 days | ₹39k | ₹48k | ₹73k |
| 10 days | ₹46k | ₹58k | ₹95k |
All-in: flights from CCU + visa + ground (hotel + food + transit). Mid-range covers 3-star city-center stays; premium = 4-star with private transfers.
Things worth doing.
Halong Bay overnight cruise
Sleeper junk + kayak in karst inlets, north of Hanoi.
Saigon street food walking tour
5 stops, ride pillion through District 1 at night.
Hoi An lantern boat ride
Glow-river paddle through old quarter at dusk.
Cu Chi tunnels half-day
Crawl the Viet Cong tunnel network outside HCMC.
Mekong delta day trip
Boat + coconut candy village + floating market.
Hanoi food tour with motorbike
Pho + bun cha + egg coffee across the old quarter.
Prices from GetYourGuide; live availability + booking on click. Indicative INR.
Where to sleep.
Old Quarter View Hostel
Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
Rooftop bar overlooking Hang Be market, 2 mins from Beer Corner.
La Sinfonía del Rey
Old Quarter, Hanoi
Boutique 5-star, complimentary cyclo tour, included breakfast.
Sofitel Legend Metropole
French Quarter, Hanoi
1901 colonial landmark, Bamboo Bar where Graham Greene wrote.
Indicative INR rates. Live pricing + availability on Booking.com via the partner link.
Common questions.
How much does a 7-day Hanoi trip from Kolkata cost in 2026?
Mid-range, around ₹48k all-in for 7 days from Kolkata. That's flights from CCU (~₹21k), paid e-Visa 90 days (Vietnam; apply at evisa.gov.vn) visa fee, and ₹2.3-4.8k/day on the ground covering hotel, food, transit. Budget travelers can do it for ₹39k; premium goes ₹73k+.
What's the best month to fly Kolkata to Hanoi?
Oct-Apr, that's peak season for Hanoi. Flights from CCU are typically ₹21k round-trip in those months. Off-peak (avoid monsoon / extreme heat) can dip 20-30% on flight prices but check destination-specific weather first.
Do I need a visa to visit Hanoi from Kolkata?
For Indian passport holders: paid e-Visa 90 days (Vietnam; apply at evisa.gov.vn), costs ₹2,100 per person. Hanoi is the base for Halong Bay overnight cruises (2.
How many days do I need to see Hanoi properly?
Halong Bay cruise, Old Quarter, Train Street can be covered in 7 days at a comfortable pace from Kolkata. Less than 5 days feels rushed; more than 10 needs a side-trip or second country to stay interesting.
What's a unique tip for Kolkata travelers going to Hanoi?
Hanoi is the base for Halong Bay overnight cruises (2.5h transfer). The Old Quarter's egg coffee and ₹120 bun cha are the cheapest great meals in SE Asia.
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