On this page, you can choose and purchase flight tickets for the route from Kolkata to Varanasi. A regular air connection is established between the cities, with approximately 12 weekly flights covering a distance of 627 km.
Air India Express (IX) and IndiGo (6E) operate on this route. Before booking, we recommend checking the price trends, as well as information on how to get to the airport for departure and how to get from the airport upon arrival.
The table shows direct flights Kolkata → Varanasi on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 15 min. Regular flights are operated by Indigo Air and Air India Express. Departures from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport airports, arrivals at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kolkata — Varanasi by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 171 in a, and the most expensive are around AED 259 in J. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Kolkata → Varanasi, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 600 | high | May | AED 572 | high | Sep | AED 468 | medium |
| Feb | AED 491 | medium | Jun | AED 468 | medium | Oct | AED 595 | high |
| Mar | AED 439 | low | Jul | AED 416 | low | Nov | AED 624 | high |
| Apr | AED 491 | medium | Aug | AED 416 | low | Dec | AED 595 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Varanasi is characterized by distinct seasonality: the hottest days occur in May, with an average temperature of 38.6°C. The peak of the rainy season is observed in July (over 340 mm of precipitation), while the start of the year is the driest and coolest period.
February is considered the most budget-friendly month for flying, with ticket prices starting AED 171. The highest prices are recorded in January — AED 259 — as well as in December.
The optimal time for a trip is November: there is virtually no rain this month, the temperature stays at a comfortable 28.3°C, and flights cost AED 179. It is best to avoid the monsoon period in July and August due to high humidity.
Two airlines operate flights between these cities: IndiGo and Air India Express. The majority of traffic consists of direct flights, which are operated about 12 times a week. To check departure times and select specific dates, use the interactive list and schedule provided below.
Flights Kolkata — Varanasi depart from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport and arrive at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
With a distance of 627 km, the estimated direct flight time is about 1 hour and 10 minutes, depending on the aircraft type and weather conditions.
Air India Express (IX) and IndiGo (6E) provide regular service on this route.
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, with approximately 12 departures per week.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on the booking date. You can check the current minimum for your preferred dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Kolkata arrive at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) in Varanasi.
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