Which airlines are available on the route from Kathmandu to Varanasi?

Only Buddha Air operates flights between Kathmandu and Varanasi.

Which airports can I use when flying from Kathmandu to Varanasi?

Flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi usually depart from Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM) and arrive at Varanasi (VNS).

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kathmandu to Varanasi flights?

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes: • Buddha Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class • Hahn Air Systems: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi.

How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Kathmandu to Varanasi?

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ₹ 29,680 return via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL), compared with ₹ 32,909 for direct.

Which airports do connecting flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi pass through?

Most connecting flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi pass through New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the Kathmandu to Varanasi route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 28,795 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at ₹ 37,118, a difference of ₹ 8,323. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What are the earliest and latest flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi?

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kathmandu to Varanasi: • Earliest: departs at 07:15 and lands at 08:20 • Latest: departs at 07:15 and lands at 08:20. The flight takes about 1h 05m.

How long is a flight from Kathmandu to Varanasi?

A direct flight from Kathmandu to Varanasi takes 1h 05m, covering 566 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Kathmandu to Varanasi?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Kathmandu to Varanasi changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 28,699 to ₹ 195,263. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Kathmandu to Varanasi looking right now?

One-way fares from Kathmandu to Varanasi are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 15,899, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

How much should I expect to pay for a Kathmandu to Varanasi flight?

Return flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi range from ₹ 29,263 to ₹ 33,691, with an average of ₹ 32,909 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 29,263 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Kathmandu to Varanasi?

Air India (₹ 28,699) and IndiGo (₹ 30,421) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Kathmandu to Varanasi according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Which airline offers the most direct flights between Kathmandu and Varanasi?

Buddha Air has the most frequent direct flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi with 3 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Kathmandu to Varanasi?

Flights via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of ₹ 29,680. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Which route, including a stopover, takes the shortest amount of time to travel from Kathmandu to Varanasi?

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from Kathmandu to Varanasi at 6h 12m one-way, 5h 07m longer than the 1h 05m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Kathmandu to Varanasi, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) had the shortest average connection time for Kathmandu to Varanasi stopovers at 266 minutes over the past 3 months.

How many direct flights run daily between Kathmandu and Varanasi?

There are 1 to 1 flights per day from Kathmandu to Varanasi, about 3 flights per week. Monday has the most departures, with 33% of weekly flights.

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21:10 - 19:30KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-VNS Varanasi

22h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

20:55 - 06:35VNS Varanasi-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

9h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 28,699Air India

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₹ 30,134Multiple Airlines

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₹ 30,708Multiple Airlines

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₹ 32,048Multiple Airlines

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₹ 32,526Multiple Airlines

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Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep

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₹ 24,777Air India

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₹ 26,595Air India

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0h 35mdirect

₹ 30,613Multiple Airlines

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6h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

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₹ 31,091Multiple Airlines

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₹ 35,396Buddha Air

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07:15 - 08:05KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-VNS Varanasi

1h 05mdirect

08:30 - 09:20VNS Varanasi-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

0h 35mdirect

₹ 35,683Buddha Air

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₹ 48,215Multiple Airlines

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14h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

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19h 10m2 stops Sharjah New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 91,551Air India

Sun, 20 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep

00:35 - 08:30KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-VNS Varanasi

32h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

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₹ 591,687Multiple Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Kathmandu to Varanasi?

Return flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi start at ₹ 28,699. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from ₹ 29,263 to ₹ 33,691. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 28,699 on Air India.

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Which airlines are available on the route from Kathmandu to Varanasi?
Only Buddha Air operates flights between Kathmandu and Varanasi.
Which airports can I use when flying from Kathmandu to Varanasi?
Flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi usually depart from Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM) and arrive at Varanasi (VNS).
Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kathmandu to Varanasi flights?
Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Buddha Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Hahn Air Systems: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi.
How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Kathmandu to Varanasi?
On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ₹ 29,680 return via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL), compared with ₹ 32,909 for direct.
Which airports do connecting flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi pass through?
Most connecting flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi pass through New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the Kathmandu to Varanasi route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 28,795 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at ₹ 37,118, a difference of ₹ 8,323. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What are the earliest and latest flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi?
These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kathmandu to Varanasi:

• Earliest: departs at 07:15 and lands at 08:20
• Latest: departs at 07:15 and lands at 08:20.

The flight takes about 1h 05m.
How long is a flight from Kathmandu to Varanasi?
A direct flight from Kathmandu to Varanasi takes 1h 05m, covering 566 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Kathmandu to Varanasi?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Kathmandu to Varanasi changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 28,699 to ₹ 195,263. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Kathmandu to Varanasi looking right now?
One-way fares from Kathmandu to Varanasi are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 15,899, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.
How much should I expect to pay for a Kathmandu to Varanasi flight?
Return flights from Kathmandu to Varanasi range from ₹ 29,263 to ₹ 33,691, with an average of ₹ 32,909 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 29,263 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average ₹ 28,795 – about ₹ 8,323 less than Monday (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kathmandu to Varanasi trip for October. Fares historically average ₹ 24,873 return in that month – typically ₹ 20,759 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport (DEL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages ₹ 29,680 return on this route – about ₹ 3,229 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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