117 € Cheap Flights from Chennai to Varanasi

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Flight deals from Chennai to Varanasi

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chennai Airport to Varanasi Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 127 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Varanasi

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

Direct flights from Chennai to Varanasi

Chennai to Varanasi: Alternative routes

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

Chennai to Varanasi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found117 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineIndiGo
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Chennai to Varanasi: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chennai to Varanasi is 117 €. 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.
2 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Chennai to Varanasi.
IndiGo flies direct from Chennai to Varanasi.
As of June 2026, there are 7 flights per week flying from Chennai to Varanasi.
The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Varanasi is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to Varanasi Airport on Sunday, 2 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 15 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, Air India and IndiGo offer the cheapest flight tickets to Varanasi.

Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Varanasi Airport (VNS): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Varanasi Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • Chennai and Varanasi share the UTC+5:30 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.

  • Pack your suitcase and choose from 12 weekly Chennai Airport to Varanasi Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your MAA to VNS flight.

  • During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • IndiGo offers direct flights from Chennai Airport to Varanasi Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Varanasi — and maybe even more of India if your schedule allows.

  • IndiGo is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.

  • IndiGo is the most punctual carrier operating MAA to VNS flights, with 68.97% of its services landing on time.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Varanasi Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAA and VNS:

    • Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport

    • Bengaluru Airport

    • Hyderabad Airport

Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • Of the flights that depart from Chennai Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.

  • You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour on public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Varanasi Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near MAA:

Arriving at Varanasi Airport (VNS)

  • If you're arriving on a late Chennai Airport to Varanasi Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near VNS:

When to fly to Varanasi Airport (VNS)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Varanasi Airport is July, while November is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Varanasi based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Varanasi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Varanasi Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from MAA to VNS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

Explore more of India

  • Varanasi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres north-west of Varanasi, a trip to Kanpur will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like ISKCON Kanpur, Sri Sri Radha Madhav Temple, SHREE JAGANNATH TEMPLE and Jaggannath Ji Temple.

  • Around 257 kilometres north-west of Varanasi, Lucknow is another essential stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to ImamBada, Victoria Memorial and Jama Masjid.

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