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Flight deals from New York to Varanasi Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Varanasi Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM4,088. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Varanasi.RM3,425 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Apr, returning Tue, 5 May.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Varanasi.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Varanasi on Tue, 5 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,425, select.
Varanasi.RM3,706 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May, returning Wed, 20 May.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Varanasi.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Varanasi on Wed, 20 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,706, select.
Varanasi.RM4,088 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Wed, 22 Apr.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Varanasi.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Varanasi on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,088, select.
Varanasi.RM4,264 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Wed, 22 Apr.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Varanasi.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Varanasi on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,264, select.
Varanasi.RM4,489 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun, returning Sun, 5 Jul.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Varanasi.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Varanasi on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,489, select.
Varanasi.RM5,737 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun, returning Mon, 17 Aug.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Varanasi.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Varanasi on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,737, select.
Varanasi.RM6,034 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Sun, 10 Jan.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Varanasi.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Varanasi on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM6,034, select.

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New York to Varanasi: Alternative routes

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New York to Varanasi: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRM3,425
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from New York to Varanasi: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Varanasi is RM3,425. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York to Varanasi. But we found flights with one stop from RM3,425.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from New York to Varanasi.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Varanasi is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Varanasi Airport on Tuesday, 7 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York and Varanasi Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Varanasi is Air India .

Travelling from New York to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): What you need to know

  • When planning your flight from New York to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS), there's a good range of airports you can depart from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's main options.

  • Varanasi is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of New York. Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is located in Varanasi, which follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • Leave enough time to get on your flight from New York to VNS. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • With more people on the move during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.

Airports in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • You might be able to make your cheap flight from New York to VNS even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find out where you can stop along the way. Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is an option when departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

  • Travelling from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from New York to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:

  • 74.1% of flights taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport land at their destination on time.

  • JFK is located at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Think about building a stopover into your journey at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). It's a key transfer point for flights from New York to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) out of Newark Liberty International Airport.

  • EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your New York to VNS flight? Relax in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:

  • When it comes to keeping flights on track, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.3%.

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • LGA is roughly 18 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour.

  • Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to LaGuardia Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight:

  • LGA has a solid on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and touch down as expected.

  • You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.

About Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near VNS instead:

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)

  • Right now, RM1,603 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,425. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from New York to VNS. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.

  • Cheap New York to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from New York to VNS.

  • Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from New York to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.

The best time to fly from New York to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)

  • Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Varanasi. July is when most people book flights from New York to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.

  • Book a New York to VNS plane ticket departing in May if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Varanasi to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).

  • January sees temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Varanasi

  • After booking your flight from New York to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Varanasi:

  • Kashi Vishwanath mandir and I ️️ Banaras are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Varanasi must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at The holy Ganga (पावन गंगा).

Explore more of India

  • Varanasi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres north-west of Varanasi, a visit to Kanpur will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like ISKCON Kanpur, Sri Sri Radha Madhav Temple, Jagannath Temple and Shree Somnath Mandir.

  • Lucknow is another standout destination in India and is around 241 kilometres north-west of Varanasi. No journey is complete without dropping by ImamBada, Sultan Palace and Victoria Memorial.

Plan the rest of your trip from New York to Varanasi

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