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When you fly from Lagos to Kolkata with Qatar Airways, every detail is carefully designed to make your journey exceptional from the moment you board. Experience renowned hospitality as our attentive cabin crew welcomes you, ensuring you are well cared for throughout your flight. Step into a modern aircraft interior, where spacious seating and elegant design create a relaxing atmosphere. Settle in and explore Oryx One, our award-winning in-flight entertainment system, offering thousands of movies, TV shows and games. Whether you prefer a light snack or full-course meal, enjoy a menu of gourmet cuisine, freshly prepared and inspired by global flavours. With plush pillows, soft blankets and luxury amenity kits, you can rest in unmatched comfort and arrive feeling refreshed.
Murtala Muhammed International Airport is Nigeria’s primary international gateway and one of West Africa’s busiest air transportation hubs. As you prepare for your departure from Lagos, you will find this airport offers an efficient and welcoming start to your journey.
Travelling between central Lagos and the airport is easiest by taxi, which are readily available and affordable. Some hotels also offer pre-booked limousines. If you choose to take a bus, ensure you confirm the correct terminal, as the international and domestic terminals are separate, and no shuttle service operates between them. Limited short-term car parking is also available.
All Qatar Airways passengers depart from the international terminal. Once inside, you can access a good selection of amenities. Wi-Fi, along with executive and VIP lounges, is available for business and first-class travellers. For your convenience, the airport includes a meet and greet lounge, prayer rooms and special access for disabled passengers. A variety of retail outlets are available selling Nigerian goods, jewellery, electrical products and perfume, complemented by a duty-free area after customs. Look for on-the-go snacks, coffee and light refreshments served throughout the terminal and in the food court, alongside ATMs and currency exchange services.
Kolkata is a huge, vibrant commercial powerhouse in Eastern India, blending ultra-modern developments with profound traditional values. This energetic metropolis, formerly known as Calcutta, offers a welcoming and friendly atmosphere that will instantly captivate you.
Plan your exploration to appreciate the city’s diverse character. Central Kolkata’s main focal point is the magnificent open parkland of Maidan, which provides a tranquil respite from the surrounding sounds and pace of life. Nearby, you can admire the city's most famous landmark, the towering Victoria Monument, carved from white marble. In the north, you will discover the beautiful Nakhoda Mosque, the city's largest, showcasing stunning Islamic architecture. For a true taste of local life, head to the wonderfully lively Big Bazaar, where you can buy almost anything imaginable. A visit to the exquisite Marble Palace, set in a perfectly manicured tropical garden, is an absolute must.
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