Cheap Flights from Mumbai to Varanasi

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Mumbai to Varanasi flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Mumbai to Varanasi

Mumbai to Varanasi: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Mumbai to Varanasi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Varanasi.

Mumbai to Varanasi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 766
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineVirgin Atlantic
Average flights per week56

Finding cheap flights from Mumbai to Varanasi: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Mumbai to Varanasi is R 1,542. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Mumbai to Varanasi.
Virgin Atlantic, IndiGo and Air India fly direct from Mumbai to Varanasi.
As of June 2025, there are 56 flights per week flying from Mumbai to Varanasi.
The cheapest month to fly from Mumbai to Varanasi is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Mumbai Airport to Varanasi Airport on Thursday, 31 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 15 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Varanasi but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Varanasi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Akasa Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Varanasi.

Travelling from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.

  • Mumbai and Varanasi follow the same timezone, UTC+5:30.

  • Every week, there are 252 Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, select the 07:50 IndiGo flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 19:25 with IndiGo.

  • Your BOM to VNS flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • A range of airlines offer direct flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, so jetting off to Varanasi (and then seeing more of India!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • The majority of travellers choose to travel with IndiGo on this route.

  • Air India is the most punctual carrier that offers BOM to VNS flights. An impressive 90.16% of its departures on this route land on time.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between BOM and VNS:

    • Ahmedabad Airport

    • Indira Gandhi International Airport

    • Rajiv Gandhi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)

  • At the moment, R 766 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,542. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To get cheap tickets from BOM to VNS, reserve your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BOM to VNS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.

Handy information about Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)

  • 61.63% of flights that depart Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport land at their destination on time.

  • Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Mumbai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to BOM? If you're catching an early flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near VNS instead:

Getting from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to central Varanasi

  • Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to the centre of Varanasi has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

When to fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Varanasi in April.

  • The warmest month in Varanasi is May, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Book your flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BOM to VNS around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of India

  • Kanpur is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Varanasi. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.

  • Around 257 kilometres north-west of Varanasi, Lucknow is another essential stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Bara Imambara main gate, Chota Imambara and Rumi Darwaza.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.