How many cities offer flights to Varanasi?

Currently, regular flights to Varanasi are operated from 15 cities. Most of the routes are domestic flights within India, though international travel options are also available.

How many airlines operate flights to Varanasi?

Air service is provided by 5 airlines. The leaders in terms of flight volume are Indigo Air, Air India Express, and Air India, which provide a flexible schedule.

Which airports receive flights to Varanasi?

The main air hub for the region is Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS). It is located about 19 km from the city center, allowing for quick access to the main tourist districts.

When is the best time to buy flight tickets to Varanasi?

It is recommended to book tickets 2–3 months before departure, especially during the period from October to March when the city experiences peak activity. This will help you find seats on the most convenient daytime flights from popular airlines.

How can I find cheap tickets to Varanasi?

To find the best deals, use the departure city cards on this page. Comparing flights from different carriers, such as Akasa Air or SpiceJet, will allow you to choose the best combination of price and travel time.

Cheap flights to Varanasi

Varanasi receives regular flights through Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, located approximately 19 km from the city center. In total, air connections are established with 15 cities, with the most intensive traffic observed from Delhi (255 flights per week), Mumbai (130 flights), and Bengaluru (110 flights). For those planning a trip, it is helpful to explore general information on how to get to this ancient spiritual center of India.

Flights on this route are operated by 5 airlines, with Indigo Air, Air India Express, and Akasa Air leading in terms of the number of flights. Below on this page, you will find convenient cards for searching tickets from various cities, allowing you to compare prices and choose the optimal route. Detailed data on the current airport situation and weather will help you better prepare for your flight.

Flight insights to Varanasi

Data-driven trends for direct flights to Varanasi — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.

Most frequent departure cities

The most frequent direct routes to Varanasi come from Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. Delhi leads with around 255 flights a week.

Delhi255 flights/week
Mumbai130 flights/week
Bengaluru110 flights/week
Hyderabad51 flights/week
Kolkata36 flights/week

Top departure countries

Most direct flights to Varanasi depart from India, United Arab Emirates and Thailand. India alone accounts for about 98% of all direct routes.

Indiaavg $64
United Arab Emiratesavg $117
Thailandavg $167

Direct routes & fares

Popular non-stop routes to Varanasi range from Kolkata at $47 to Bengaluru at $74 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.

Delhifrom $55
Mumbaifrom $54
Bengalurufrom $74
Hyderabadfrom $66
Kolkatafrom $47

Cheapest departure cities

The cheapest places to fly to Varanasi from right now are Khajuraho from $39, Kolkata from $47 and Lucknow from $47.

Khajurahofrom $39
Kolkatafrom $47
Lucknowfrom $47
Bareillyfrom $47
Ghaziabadfrom $53

Longest direct flights

The longest direct flight to Varanasi is from Sharjah at about 4h 3m, followed by Nakhon Si Thammarat (3h 50m) and Khon Kaen (3h 26m).

Sharjah4h 3m
Nakhon Si Thammarat3h 50m
Khon Kaen3h 26m
Bangkok3h 22m
Loei3h 13m