On this page, you can book flights from Varanasi to Chennai. The distance between the cities is 1,384 km, with approximately 6 flights available per week.
Flights on this route are operated by Air India Express and IndiGo. Ticket prices vary depending on the season, so we recommend using the price calendar to find the best deals. You can also explore how to get to Varanasi airport and options for traveling from Chennai airport in advance.
The table shows direct flights Varanasi → Chennai on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 6 h 5 min. Regular flights are operated by Indigo Air and Air India Express. Departures from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport airports, arrivals at Chennai 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 Varanasi — Chennai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 262 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 320 in b. 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.
Weather conditions in Chennai are characterized by high temperatures throughout the year, peaking in May and June (up to 35°C). The wettest period is November, which sees over 330 mm of rainfall and predominantly overcast days.
The most budget-friendly tickets are available in September, with prices starting AED 262. During peak months, such as October and November, the cost of a one-way flight increases to AED 320.
For optimal trip planning, consider March: it is one of the driest months with moderately hot weather, and tickets can be found AED 269. It is best to avoid the monsoon period in late autumn due to the risk of prolonged heavy rain.
Two airlines operate on this route, with IndiGo and Air India Express being the primary carriers. The total flight frequency is about 6 flights per week, including options with convenient connections. To view the detailed schedule for specific days and choose a suitable departure time, explore the interactive list and airline cards below.
Flights Varanasi — Chennai depart from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport and arrive at Chennai Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average travel time for a direct flight over a distance of 1,384 km is approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. Travel time may increase if a connecting flight is selected.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by Air India Express and IndiGo. A full list of current carriers is available on this page.
All flights from Varanasi arrive at Chennai International Airport (MAA), the main aviation hub for the state of Tamil Nadu.
Airfares change depending on demand and departure date. You can find the current minimum for the coming months in the low price calendar block.
The lowest prices are typically found when searching 1–2 months before the trip. We also recommend checking mid-week departures, as they are often cheaper than weekends.
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