Direct (nonstop) flights from Varanasi to Kolkata

1 airline flys nonstop from Varanasi (VNS) to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU). It's 402 miles (647 km), about 1h 20m in the air. Operated by IndiGo.

VNS
Varanasi
🇮🇳 Varanasi, India
CCU
Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport
🇮🇳 Kolkata, India
Flight Time
1h 20m
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 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

IndiGo 6E IndiGo
Route
VNS → CCU
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
402 mi

Alternative Routes

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

VNS KTM (Kathmandu) CCU
Leg 1: 35m (219 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (397 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 138 kg CO₂ (+86% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VNS → KTM
35m · 219 mi
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Leg 2
KTM → CCU
1h 45m · 397 mi
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VNS HDO (Ghaziabad) CCU
Leg 1: 1h 20m (406 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (807 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 249 kg CO₂ (+236% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VNS → HDO
1h 20m · 406 mi
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Leg 2
HDO → CCU
1h 55m · 807 mi
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VNS BBI (Bhubaneswar) CCU
Leg 1: 2h (404 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (236 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 144 kg CO₂ (+95% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VNS → BBI
2h · 404 mi
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Leg 2
BBI → CCU
1h 15m · 236 mi
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VNS DEL (Delhi) CCU
Leg 1: 1h 35m (414 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (815 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 253 kg CO₂ (+242% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VNS → DEL
1h 35m · 414 mi
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Leg 2
DEL → CCU
2h 15m · 815 mi
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VNS HYD (Hyderabad) CCU
Leg 1: 2h (633 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (750 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 281 kg CO₂ (+280% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VNS → HYD
2h · 633 mi
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Leg 2
HYD → CCU
2h 10m · 750 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Varanasi to Kolkata?

A nonstop flight from Varanasi (VNS) to Kolkata (CCU) takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 402 miles (647 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Varanasi to Kolkata?

Just IndiGo.

Is there a nonstop flight from Varanasi to Kolkata?

Yes. 1 airline: IndiGo.

How far is Varanasi from Kolkata?

The flight distance from Varanasi to Kolkata 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 Varanasi to Kolkata?

At 1h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

Is the return flight from Kolkata to Varanasi 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 Varanasi to Kolkata?

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 Varanasi for this flight?

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