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Find cheap flights to Varanasi in 2026/2027 from $1,744 This is the cheapest return flight found to Varanasi from New Zealand on FlightsFinder on January 25th 2026 at 02:23. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.
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Fly to Varanasi and visit sites like Shri Kashi Vishwanath and Maa Annapurna Temple, Dashashwamedh Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat & Assi Ghat.
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These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from New Zealand to Varanasi in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
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According to our data, September is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Varanasi.
You can get flights from $1,744 return.
According to our data, November is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Varanasi.
A return flight could set you back more than $2,297.
Varanasi, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, is a vibrant spiritual hub on the banks of the sacred Ganges River in northern India. This holy city, also known as Kashi, is a kaleidoscope of ancient traditions, intricate temples, bustling markets, and serene ghats where pilgrims come to cleanse their sins in the purifying waters. Varanasi's mystical allure is palpable in its narrow winding lanes, where the scent of incense mingles with the sound of temple bells, creating a transcendent atmosphere that captivates visitors seeking a deeper connection to India's rich cultural and spiritual heritage.
A good price for a flight to Varanasi is $1570 - $1918.
The popular airports near Varanasi include Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport in Varanasi, Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport in Lucknow, and Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport in Patna.
The flight to Varanasi (VNS) is roughly 16 hours 50 minutes and 7,354 miles (11,836 kilometres) from Auckland, New Zealand - Auckland International Airport (AKL).
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We have currently found no direct flights to Varanasi.
Here is the average weather forecast in Varanasi by month:
• Jan: 23°C
• Feb: 27°C
• Mar: 33°C
• Apr: 39°C
• May: 40°C
• Jun: 38°C
• Jul: 34°C
• Aug: 33°C
• Sep: 33°C
• Oct: 32°C
• Nov: 29°C
• Dec: 25°C
The main airport in Varanasi (Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport) is located about 20 kilometers (12 miles) from the city centre.
Typically, flights are cheapest to Varanasi 2 months before departure.
Studies show flights to Varanasi are typically cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
16.9 °C
Wed, 28 Jan 2026
Average Temperature
23°C
Jan
27°C
Feb
33°C
Mar
39°C
Apr
40°C
May
38°C
Jun
34°C
Jul
33°C
Aug
33°C
Sep
32°C
Oct
29°C
Nov
25°C
Dec
Auckland, New Zealand - Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,354 miles (11,836 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 50 minutes)
Christchurch, New Zealand - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,392 miles (11,896 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 55 minutes)
Wellington, New Zealand - Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,453 miles (11,994 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 17 hours 3 minutes)
Queenstown, New Zealand - Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,252 miles (11,671 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 36 minutes)
Dunedin, New Zealand - Dunedin International Airport (DUD) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,340 miles (11,813 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 48 minutes)
Taupo, New Zealand - Taupo Airport (TUO) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,460 miles (12,006 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 17 hours 4 minutes)
Gisborne, New Zealand - Gisborne Airport (GIS) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,556 miles (12,160 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 17 hours 17 minutes)
Hokitika, New Zealand - Hokitika Airport (HKK) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,300 miles (11,748 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 43 minutes)
Hamilton, New Zealand - Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,402 miles (11,912 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 56 minutes)
Kerikeri, New Zealand - Bay of Islands Airport (KKE) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,266 miles (11,694 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 38 minutes)
Kaitaia, New Zealand - Kaitaia Airport (KAT) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,229 miles (11,633 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 33 minutes)
New Plymouth, New Zealand - New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,369 miles (11,860 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 52 minutes)
Napier/Hastings, New Zealand - Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,516 miles (12,096 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 17 hours 12 minutes)
Nelson, New Zealand - Nelson Airport (NSN) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,375 miles (11,868 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 53 minutes)
Invercargill, New Zealand - Invercargill Airport (IVC) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,268 miles (11,696 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 39 minutes)
Palmerston North, New Zealand - Palmerston North Airport (PMR) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,471 miles (12,024 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 17 hours 6 minutes)
Rotorua, New Zealand - Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,458 miles (12,003 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 17 hours 4 minutes)
Tauranga, New Zealand - Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,442 miles (11,977 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 17 hours 2 minutes)
Timaru, New Zealand - Richard Pearse Airport (TIU) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,349 miles (11,827 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 49 minutes)
Blenheim, New Zealand - Woodbourne Airport (BHE) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,411 miles (11,927 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 58 minutes)
Whangarei, New Zealand - Whangarei Airport (WRE) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
7,303 miles (11,752 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 43 minutes)
From Auckland (AKL), New Zealand to Varanasi, India (VNS): $1,744
Depart: 18 Sep 2026 · Return: 16 Oct 2026 Price found 25 Jan 2026, 02:23
From Christchurch (CHC), New Zealand to Varanasi, India (VNS): $2,111
Depart: 29 Jan 2026 · Return: 05 Feb 2026 Price found 24 Jan 2026, 23:49
From Wellington (WLG), New Zealand to Varanasi, India (VNS): $2,297
Depart: 15 Nov 2026 · Return: 20 Dec 2026 Price found 25 Jan 2026, 12:04
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