On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Lucknow — Varanasi route. The distance between the cities is 264 km, and flight frequency is maintained at approximately one flight per week.
Flights are operated by airline 6E. To save time, check out information on how to get to the airport of departure and plan your route from the arrival airport to the center of Varanasi in advance with how to get from the airport.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Lucknow — Varanasi by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 306 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 368 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Lucknow → Varanasi, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 246 | high | May | AED 260 | high | Sep | AED 175 | low |
| Feb | AED 189 | medium | Jun | AED 203 | medium | Oct | AED 208 | medium |
| Mar | AED 180 | low | Jul | AED 175 | low | Nov | AED 274 | high |
| Apr | AED 198 | medium | Aug | AED 170 | low | Dec | AED 283 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Varanasi is characterized by distinct seasonality. May is considered the hottest month, with temperatures reaching 38.6°C, while July is the wettest, with rainfall around 340 mm—factors to keep in mind when planning your trip.
In terms of flight costs, the most budget-friendly deals are found in October, with tickets priced AED 347. The most expensive month for this route is July, when prices start AED 427.
November or December is considered the optimal time for booking. During this period, the weather is dry and comfortable, while ticket prices remain stable, starting AED 350.
Regular flight connections between the cities are provided by airline 6E (IndiGo), the primary carrier on this route. There is approximately one direct flight per week, so we recommend planning your travel dates in advance. You can find detailed information about departure times and available flight options in the interactive list of airlines below.
Flights Lucknow — Varanasi depart from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport and arrive at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
With a distance of 264 km, a direct flight usually takes about 45–55 minutes, making it the fastest way to travel between the cities.
Regular flights between Lucknow and Varanasi are operated by airline 6E (IndiGo).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, though frequency is low—averaging one departure per week.
Flight prices change constantly based on demand and booking date. You can always check the current minimum in the low price calendar on this page.
All flights from Lucknow arrive at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) in Varanasi.
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