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Find cheap flights to Varanasi in 2026/2027 from R13,673 This is the cheapest return flight found to Varanasi from South Africa on FlightsFinder on April 17th 2026 at 19:20. 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 South Africa to Varanasi in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
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According to our data, August is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Varanasi.
You can get flights from R13,673 return.
According to our data, June is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Varanasi.
A return flight could set you back more than R17,125.
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 R12306 - R15040.
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 11 hours 49 minutes and 5,095 miles (8,199 kilometres) from Johannesburg, South Africa - Pretoria - O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
The best way is to compare flights to Varanasi from leading comparison sites using our search engine dashboard.
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.
31.1 °C
Tue, 28 Apr 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
Johannesburg, South Africa - Pretoria - O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
5,095 miles (8,199 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 49 minutes)
Cape Town, South Africa - Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
5,881 miles (9,464 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 34 minutes)
Durban, South Africa - King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
5,121 miles (8,241 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 52 minutes)
George, South Africa - George Airport (GRJ) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
5,708 miles (9,187 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 11 minutes)
Lanseria, South Africa - Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
5,101 miles (8,209 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 50 minutes)
Port Elizabeth, South Africa - Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
5,563 miles (8,952 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 51 minutes)
Bloemfontein, South Africa - Bloemfontein International Airport (BFN) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
5,316 miles (8,556 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 18 minutes)
East London, South Africa - King Phalo Airport (ELS) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
5,423 miles (8,728 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 33 minutes)
Hoedspruit, South Africa - AFB Airport (HDS) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
4,882 miles (7,857 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 20 minutes)
Kimberley, South Africa - Kimberley Airport (KIM) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
5,376 miles (8,652 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 26 minutes)
Nelspruit, South Africa - Kruger Mpumalanga Intl Airport (MQP) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
4,926 miles (7,927 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 26 minutes)
Phalaborwa, South Africa - Hendrik van Eck Airport (PHW) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
4,857 miles (7,817 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 17 minutes)
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa - Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
5,154 miles (8,295 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 57 minutes)
Polokwane, South Africa - Polokwane International Airport (PTG) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
4,935 miles (7,941 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 27 minutes)
Richards Bay, South Africa - Richards Bay Airport (RCB) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
5,037 miles (8,106 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 41 minutes)
Upington, South Africa - Upington Airport (UTN) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
5,529 miles (8,897 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 47 minutes)
Umtata, South Africa - K.D. Matanzima Airport (UTT) to Varanasi (VNS)
Distance:
5,318 miles (8,559 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 12 hours 19 minutes)
From Johannesburg (JNB), South Africa to Varanasi, India (VNS): R13,673
Depart: 17 Aug 2026 · Return: 30 Sep 2026 Price found 17 Apr 2026, 19:20
From Cape Town (CPT), South Africa to Varanasi, India (VNS): R17,125
Depart: 29 Jun 2026 · Return: 05 Jul 2026 Price found 20 Apr 2026, 10:29
From Port Elizabeth (PLZ), South Africa to Varanasi, India (VNS): R19,782
Depart: 31 May 2026 · Return: 30 Jun 2026 Price found 27 Apr 2026, 17:16
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