Direct (nonstop) flights from Kolkata to Varanasi

1 airline flys nonstop from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU) to Varanasi (VNS). It's 402 miles (647 km), about 1h 25m in the air. Operated by IndiGo.

CCU
Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport
🇮🇳 Kolkata, India
VNS
Varanasi
🇮🇳 Varanasi, India
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
402 mi
647 km
CO₂/pax
74 kg
−64 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
IndiGo
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by IndiGo IndiGo

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

IndiGo 6E IndiGo
Route
CCU → VNS
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
402 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kolkata to Varanasi with one stop · direct emits 74 kg CO₂ per passenger

CCU KTM (Kathmandu) VNS
Leg 1: 1h 15m (397 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (219 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 138 kg CO₂ (+86% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CCU → KTM
1h 15m · 397 mi
View CCU to KTM flights →
Leg 2
KTM → VNS
1h 5m · 219 mi
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CCU BBI (Bhubaneswar) VNS
Leg 1: 1h 25m (236 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (404 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 144 kg CO₂ (+95% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CCU → BBI
1h 25m · 236 mi
View CCU to BBI flights →
Leg 2
BBI → VNS
1h 55m · 404 mi
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CCU HDO (Ghaziabad) VNS
Leg 1: 2h 20m (807 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (406 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 249 kg CO₂ (+236% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CCU → HDO
2h 20m · 807 mi
View CCU to HDO flights →
Leg 2
HDO → VNS
1h 15m · 406 mi
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CCU DEL (Delhi) VNS
Leg 1: 2h 30m (815 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (414 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 253 kg CO₂ (+242% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CCU → DEL
2h 30m · 815 mi
View CCU to DEL flights →
Leg 2
DEL → VNS
1h 25m · 414 mi
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CCU HYD (Hyderabad) VNS
Leg 1: 2h 20m (750 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (633 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 281 kg CO₂ (+280% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CCU → HYD
2h 20m · 750 mi
View CCU to HYD flights →
Leg 2
HYD → VNS
1h 50m · 633 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kolkata to Varanasi?

A nonstop flight from Kolkata (CCU) to Varanasi (VNS) takes approximately 1 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 402 miles (647 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kolkata to Varanasi?

Just IndiGo.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kolkata to Varanasi?

Yes. 1 airline: IndiGo.

How far is Kolkata from Varanasi?

The flight distance from Kolkata to Varanasi is 402 miles (647 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Kolkata to Varanasi?

At 1h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Kolkata to Varanasi?

Roughly 74 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 370 km.

Is the return flight from Varanasi to Kolkata also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kolkata to Varanasi?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.