Cheap flights from Varanasi (VNS)

Ancient pilgrim city's gateway on the Ganges

Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport at Babatpur sits about 26 km northwest of Varanasi on the Ganges in Uttar Pradesh. IndiGo, Air India, Vistara, and SpiceJet operate domestic flights to Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Kolkata. International service connects Varanasi to Bangkok, Sharjah, and Kathmandu, supporting heavy Hindu and Buddhist pilgrim traffic to the holy city.

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Airlines flying from Varanasi (VNS)

Major carriers: IndiGo, Air India, Vistara, SpiceJet. Low-cost carriers: IndiGo, Air India Express, SpiceJet, Akasa Air.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly from Varanasi Airport?
VNS is served by IndiGo, Air India, Vistara, SpiceJet, Air India Express, and Akasa Air on domestic routes, plus international flights to Bangkok, Sharjah, and Kathmandu. Flightmussy compares fares across all carriers in one free search.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Varanasi?
Fares typically soften in May, June, and September. Peak pricing aligns with Diwali, Dev Deepawali, Mahashivratri, and the winter holiday season. Flightmussy's 12-month fare heatmap shows the cheapest week to fly into VNS year-round.
How far is Varanasi Airport from the city center?
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport at Babatpur is roughly 26 kilometers northwest of central Varanasi and the Ganges ghats, a 45 to 60-minute drive. Prepaid taxis, app-based cabs, and limited bus services connect the airport to the city.
Are there direct international flights from Varanasi?
Yes, VNS has direct service to Bangkok, Sharjah, and Kathmandu, supporting Hindu and Buddhist pilgrim traffic. For other international travel, connections through Delhi or Mumbai are typical. Flightmussy maps the cheapest direct and one-stop options across 12 months.

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