Cheap Flights from Kolkata to Varanasi

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Kolkata to Varanasi

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kolkata to Varanasi flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Kolkata to Varanasi

Kolkata to Varanasi: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Kolkata to Varanasi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Varanasi.

Kolkata to Varanasi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found67 €
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 24 mins
Most popular airlineIndiGo
Average flights per week28

Finding cheap flights from Kolkata to Varanasi: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kolkata to Varanasi is 67 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 24 minutes is the average flight time from Kolkata to Varanasi.
IndiGo, Air India Express and Air India fly direct from Kolkata to Varanasi.
As of June 2025, there are 28 flights per week flying from Kolkata to Varanasi.
The cheapest month to fly from Kolkata to Varanasi is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kolkata Airport to Varanasi Airport on Saturday, 19 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 24 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Varanasi but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Varanasi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, IndiGo offers the cheapest flight tickets to Varanasi.

Travelling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • Kolkata and Varanasi share the same timezone, UTC+5:30.

  • Take your pick of 173 weekly Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flights. The 07:55 departure with IndiGo is the earliest flight available. IndiGo operates the last service of the day at 19:40.

  • To ensure you get on your CCU to VNS flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • IndiGo is your gateway to exploring Varanasi (and maybe even some other exciting corners of India!). Browse the direct flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • IndiGo is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • With 74.59% of services arriving as planned, IndiGo is the most punctual carrier offering CCU to VNS flights.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between CCU and VNS include:

    • Indira Gandhi International Airport

    • Chennai Airport

    • Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)

  • Right now, 32 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 67 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from CCU to VNS by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from CCU to VNS by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)

  • 75.9% of flights leaving from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport reach their destination on time.

  • Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Kolkata. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to CCU? If you've booked an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)

  • Consider staying in a hotel near VNS if you're taking a late Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:

Getting from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to central Varanasi

  • Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to the centre of Varanasi has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

When to fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Varanasi in April.

  • The warmest month in Varanasi is May, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Book your flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap tickets from CCU to VNS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

Explore more of India

  • You've done Varanasi, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Journey around 290 kilometres north-west to Kanpur to tick off its popular sights. From Allen Forest Zoo to J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 257 kilometres north-west of Varanasi, Lucknow is another essential stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out Bara Imambara main gate, Chota Imambara and Rumi Darwaza.

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