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Cheap flights from Chennai to Varanasi from ₹ 6,604

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — VNS
14 Jun — 21 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chennai to Varanasi are usually found in August or July, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Varanasi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Varanasi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 May 2026.

Mon 7/908:10
MAA
-
VNS
Nonstop2h 10m
IndiGo
Wed 9/910:55
VNS
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 15m
IndiGo
Deal found 13/5₹ 12,729
Tue 1/908:10
MAA
-
VNS
Nonstop2h 10m
IndiGo
Tue 8/910:55
VNS
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 15m
IndiGo
Deal found 10/5₹ 13,304
Sat 18/708:10
MAA
-
VNS
Nonstop2h 10m
IndiGo
Wed 22/710:55
VNS
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 15m
IndiGo
Deal found 13/5₹ 13,495
Fri 17/708:10
MAA
-
VNS
Nonstop2h 10m
IndiGo
Tue 21/721:10
VNS
-
MAA
1 stop11h 05m
IndiGo
Deal found 13/5₹ 13,686
Sat 18/708:10
MAA
-
VNS
Nonstop2h 10m
IndiGo
Tue 21/711:55
VNS
-
MAA
1 stop7h 20m
IndiGo
Deal found 13/5₹ 13,782
Thu 23/708:10
MAA
-
VNS
Nonstop2h 10m
IndiGo
Fri 31/710:55
VNS
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 15m
IndiGo
Deal found 11/5₹ 14,069
Sat 27/608:10
MAA
-
VNS
Nonstop2h 10m
IndiGo
Tue 30/618:15
VNS
-
MAA
1 stop4h 40m
IndiGo
Deal found 9/5₹ 14,261
Sun 28/608:10
MAA
-
VNS
Nonstop2h 10m
IndiGo
Sun 5/710:55
VNS
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 15m
IndiGo
Deal found 14/5₹ 14,452
Wed 24/608:10
MAA
-
VNS
Nonstop2h 10m
IndiGo
Fri 26/610:55
VNS
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 15m
IndiGo
Deal found 13/5₹ 14,548

Find flight deals from Chennai to Varanasi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Varanasi (VNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 May 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 12,729

One-way from

₹ 6,604

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

₹ 15,505

Good round-trip deal

₹ 14,057 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 7,471 or less
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 7/9-11/9
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 25m total
  • Chennai to Varanasi
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IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 1/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Chennai to Varanasi
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 29,092 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Varanasi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 15 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to Varanasi that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

ChennaiVaranasi

MAA - VNS

MAAVNS

Chennai

Mon 7/9

08:10-10:20

Nonstop2h 10m

Varanasi

Fri 11/9

10:55-13:10

Nonstop2h 15m

₹ 12,729

ChennaiVaranasi

MAA - VNS

MAAVNS

Chennai

Thu 4/6

10:45-17:55

1 stop7h 10m

Varanasi

Fri 12/6

08:25-14:45

1 stop6h 20m

₹ 14,931

ChennaiVaranasi

MAA - VNS

MAAVNS

Chennai

Fri 19/6

10:45-17:55

1 stop7h 10m

Varanasi

Sun 21/6

08:25-13:50

1 stop5h 25m

₹ 15,026

ChennaiVaranasi

MAA - VNS

MAAVNS

Chennai

Fri 26/6

08:10-10:20

Nonstop2h 10m

Varanasi

Fri 3/7

10:55-13:10

Nonstop2h 15m

₹ 15,122

ChennaiVaranasi

MAA - VNS

MAAVNS

Chennai

Wed 3/6

14:35-20:25

1 stop5h 50m

Varanasi

Tue 9/6

11:55-21:25

1 stop9h 30m

₹ 15,218

ChennaiVaranasi

MAA - VNS

MAAVNS

Chennai

Fri 19/6

08:10-10:20

Nonstop2h 10m

Varanasi

Sun 21/6

10:55-13:10

Nonstop2h 15m

₹ 15,313

ChennaiVaranasi

MAA - VNS

MAAVNS

Chennai

Tue 1/9

08:10-10:20

Nonstop2h 10m

Varanasi

Tue 8/9

08:25-13:50

1 stop5h 25m

₹ 15,601

ChennaiVaranasi

MAA - VNS

MAAVNS

Chennai

Thu 4/6

08:10-10:20

Nonstop2h 10m

Varanasi

Fri 12/6

10:55-13:10

Nonstop2h 15m

₹ 15,696

ChennaiVaranasi

MAA - VNS

MAAVNS

Chennai

Mon 8/6

08:10-10:20

Nonstop2h 10m

Varanasi

Mon 15/6

10:55-13:10

Nonstop2h 15m

₹ 15,983

ChennaiVaranasi

MAA - VNS

MAAVNS

Chennai

Tue 9/6

08:10-10:20

Nonstop2h 10m

Varanasi

Tue 16/6

21:10-08:15

1 stop11h 05m

₹ 16,079

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Varanasi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Varanasi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chennai to Varanasi?

The best time to book flights from Chennai to Varanasi is 73 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to Varanasi?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Varanasi (average of ₹ 12,442). Flying from Chennai to Varanasi in October is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 18,376). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAA to VNS?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to Varanasi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 May 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from Chennai to Varanasi by exploring options for tickets at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Chennai to Varanasi?

Reviews of airlines servicing Varanasi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Varanasi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Varanasi. Reviews last updated 15 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with IndiGo,Air India Express, andAir India from Chennai to Varanasi. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.3

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Boarding

6.8

Food

6.2

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Inderjeet,Mar 2026

BOM - DEL

Had booked last minute, stretch did not have any food options except sandwich which is not ok for people who don’t eat bread. The crew did not offer any alternative. Crew was disengaged and not interested. Sad experience
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
559 reviews
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
559 reviews
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Crew

7.3

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Boarding

6.8

Food

6.2

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Inderjeet,Mar 2026

BOM - DEL

Had booked last minute, stretch did not have any food options except sandwich which is not ok for people who don’t eat bread. The crew did not offer any alternative. Crew was disengaged and not interested. Sad experience
Air India Express
5.8
Fair
15 reviews
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.3

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Boarding

6.8

Food

6.2

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Inderjeet,Mar 2026

BOM - DEL

Had booked last minute, stretch did not have any food options except sandwich which is not ok for people who don’t eat bread. The crew did not offer any alternative. Crew was disengaged and not interested. Sad experience
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,957 reviews
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.3

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Boarding

6.8

Food

6.2

Entertainment

5.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Inderjeet,Mar 2026

BOM - DEL

Had booked last minute, stretch did not have any food options except sandwich which is not ok for people who don’t eat bread. The crew did not offer any alternative. Crew was disengaged and not interested. Sad experience

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Varanasi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Chennai to Varanasi?

    If you wish to fly to Varanasi from Chennai, then you need to book flights from Chennai to Varanasi. There is 1 flight from Chennai (MAA) to Varanasi (VNS) per day to choose from. Flights to Varanasi from Chennai are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 10m is how long a nonstop flight from Chennai to Varanasi typically takes.

  • How popular is this Chennai to Varanasi flight route?

    The Chennai to Varanasi flight path was viewed by 505 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Chennai to Varanasi?

    Airlines like IndiGo and Air India fly from Chennai to Varanasi in about 2h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h. Chennai and Varanasi are separated by a distance of 1413 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chennai to Varanasi round-trip?

    Currently priced at ₹ 9,292, IndiGo will fly you from Chennai to Varanasi and back. In addition to IndiGo, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air India and Air India Express - these airlines can fly you to your destination from ₹ 10,446 and ₹ 10,656, respectively. These flights start at 38% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to Varanasi one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air India Express, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at ₹ 4,206. IndiGo flights start at ₹ 4,959 while deals on Air India start at ₹ 5,868 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chennai to Varanasi?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chennai to Varanasi? While on average our users pay ₹ 11,821, our data indicates the cheapest price to be ₹ 6,613. The most popular route (Chennai - Varanasi), is priced around ₹ 12,729.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Varanasi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chennai to Varanasi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Varanasi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chennai to Varanasi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to Varanasi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Varanasi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to Varanasi?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Varanasi (average of ₹ 12,442). Flying from Chennai to Varanasi in October is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 18,376). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Chennai to Varanasi

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to Varanasi. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 15 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest₹ 9,292Average₹ 15,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 10,446Average₹ 13,662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air India ExpressCheapest₹ 10,656Average₹ 12,833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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