Lucknow to Varanasi Flights from ₹7,701 — Book Cheap Tickets
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How much is a Lucknow to Varanasi flight, and when is it cheapest?
The cheapest Lucknow→Varanasi fare in the next 61 days is ₹7,497 on Tue, 25 Aug 2026 (Air India Express); the typical fare is ₹12,213 — picking the right date saves about 39%.
₹7,497 cheapest Lucknow→Varanasi fare · 61-day window HappyFares data · 180 fares observed · updated daily
| Travel date | Cheapest fare | Airline |
|---|---|---|
| Tue, 25 Aug 2026 | ₹7,497 | Air India Express |
| Thu, 2 Jul 2026 | ₹7,701 | IndiGo |
| Fri, 3 Jul 2026 | ₹7,701 | IndiGo |
What is the cheapest day to fly Lucknow to Varanasi?
Based on HappyFares fare data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly Lucknow→Varanasi — about 22% below Friday, the priciest day.
Price trend — last 13 days
Lowest fare observed daily on LKO→VNS:
📅 Monthly Delay Risk
How on-time performance typically varies through the year on LKO→VNS based on historical weather and operational patterns:
December-January is peak fog season in North India. Dense morning fog (especially 3 AM-10 AM) regularly drops visibility below the 550m minimum needed for takeoff. Delhi airport — the worst affected — sees hundreds of cancellations and 2-4 hour delays during severe fog spells. Lucknow, Patna, Varanasi, Amritsar, and Kolkata are similarly impacted. Airlines use CAT-III equipped aircraft to operate during lower visibility, but delays remain common.
💡 Tip: Consider booking afternoon or evening flights (post 11 AM) in Dec-Jan — visibility typically improves by mid-morning. Keep buffer time for connections. Check flight status 2-3 hours before departure.
February sees fog frequency reduce significantly but early-morning departures can still face delays of 30-90 minutes on fog-prone days. Severity is much lower than Dec-Jan.
💡 Tip: Fog delays are typically shorter in February. Early-morning flights occasionally delayed; mid-day onwards reliable.
April-May brings sudden thunderstorms ("Kalbaisakhi") to East and North India, typically in afternoon and evening hours. Flights in 3 PM-8 PM window most affected. Delays of 45-120 minutes common on stormy days at Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Patna.
💡 Tip: Book morning flights (before 2 PM) during April-May if flying to/from East India. Check weather forecast the day before.
💡 Typical price range on this route
Prices on LKO→VNS typically range from ₹8,400 to ₹9,800 — based on recent Google Flights data.
The current lowest fare we're tracking (₹7,701) is below the typical range — excellent deal.
Lucknow to Varanasi flight fares by date
What is the Lucknow to Varanasi flight fare on a specific date?
Upcoming Lucknow→Varanasi fares (updated daily): Sat 20 Jun ₹7,995 · tomorrow (Sun 21 Jun) ₹8,215 · Mon 22 Jun ₹7,838 · Tue 23 Jun ₹6,642 · Wed 24 Jun ₹8,215 · Thu 25 Jun ₹7,838 · Fri 26 Jun ₹7,838 · Sat 27 Jun ₹7,838 · Sun 28 Jun ₹7,838 · Mon 29 Jun ₹7,838. The cheapest of the next 10 days is ₹6,642 on Tue 23 Jun.
Live lowest fares for the next 30 departure dates — tap any date to search that day.
Live lowest non-stop economy fares on Lucknow→Varanasi, refreshed daily. Final price depends on availability at booking.
Lucknow to Varanasi fares by month — planning ahead
The cheapest Lucknow → Varanasi fare in the months ahead is ₹5,040 in Aug 2026. Real lowest non-stop fares observed for each month, from 151 price points — refreshed weekly. Useful for booking festival and holiday trips months in advance.
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Aug 2026
from ₹5,040
27 fares · IndiGo
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Sep 2026
from ₹8,086
17 fares · Air India Express
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Sep 2026
from ₹8,086
17 fares · Air India Express
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Sep 2026
from ₹8,071
18 fares · Air India Express
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Sep 2026
from ₹7,995
16 fares · IndiGo
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Oct 2026
from ₹10,387
6 fares · Air India Express
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Oct 2026
from ₹10,387
6 fares · Air India Express
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Oct 2026
from ₹10,387
6 fares · Air India Express
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Oct 2026
from ₹10,387
11 fares · Air India Express
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Nov 2026
from ₹10,550
9 fares · IndiGo
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Nov 2026
from ₹10,550
9 fares · IndiGo
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Nov 2026
from ₹10,550
9 fares · IndiGo
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Lowest non-stop economy fares actually observed for each month on this route, aggregated weekly. Far-out fares move as airlines release inventory — book when the price suits you.
Special offers and discounts for Lucknow to Varanasi flights
Bank-card discount calendar for Lucknow to Varanasi flight bookings. Most Indian banks rotate offers on a monthly schedule — match your booking weekend to the participating card for the biggest saving. On top of these, HappyFares charges ₹0 convenience fee with code HFNCF (one-way) or RTHFNCF (round-trip) on direct happyfares.in bookings, saving an additional ₹249–₹499 per passenger.
| Window | Bank / provider | Offer | How to apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st weekend of every month | HDFC Bank credit cards (SmartBuy / Diners Club / Millennia) | Flat ₹500–₹1,500 off on bookings ₹5,000+ | Auto-applied at checkout |
| 5th–10th of every month | Axis Bank credit cards (Magnus / Reserve / SELECT) | No-cost EMI 3/6 months on bookings ₹10,000+ | Choose Axis EMI at payment |
| 15th–20th of every month | ICICI Bank credit cards (HPCL / Coral / Rubyx) | ₹500 flat off on domestic ₹5,000+ | Auto-applied at checkout |
| 20th–25th of every month | SBI Cards (ELITE / PRIME / SimplyCLICK) | 5% cashback (max ₹1,000) on first booking | SBIFIRST (illustrative) |
| 25th–30th of every month | Kotak / Yes Bank / IDFC FIRST credit cards | ₹300–₹800 off on bookings ₹4,000+ | Auto-applied at checkout |
| Republic Day (Jan 21–26) | All major banks + airline direct sales | 10–25% off advance bookings 3–6 months out | Sale tag |
| GoIndependence (Aug 11–15) | All major banks | 15–25% off domestic + GCC bulk fares | Sale tag |
| Diwali Dhamaka (Nov 1–15) | All major banks | 15–30% off — largest sale of the year | Sale tag |
Exact codes change month to month. Check the offer panel during checkout — eligible offers auto-apply when your payment method matches.
Loyalty miles you can earn on Lucknow to Varanasi
Each airline that operates Lucknow-Varanasi runs its own loyalty / miles program. Miles earned on this ~245 km round trip vary by airline and fare class. Frequent flyers of the route should pick the airline whose loyalty program matches their travel pattern (domestic vs international, alliance vs standalone).
| Airline | Loyalty program | Approx miles / round trip | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| IndiGo | IndiGo BluChip | 500-1,500 | Launched Nov 2024. Earn ~25% of distance flown on Saver, ~50% on Flexi, ~100% on UpFront. |
| Air India | Maharaja Club (formerly Flying Returns) | 700-2,000 | Star Alliance member — miles also earn status on Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines, United, Turkish, etc. |
| Air India Express | Maharaja Club (shared with Air India) | 500-1,200 | Lower earn rate than Air India parent, but still credits to the same Maharaja Club balance. |
| SpiceJet | SpiceClub | 400-1,200 | Reward Points (not miles); redeemable for SpiceJet flights only. |
| Akasa Air | AkasaSmiles (Silver/Gold) | No miles — tier benefits only | AkasaSmiles is a status program (extra baggage, priority boarding) rather than a mile-earning program. Currently no redemption flights. |
Mile-earning estimates assume base fare bookings; promotional fares typically earn 0–25% miles. Status-tier members (gold/platinum) often earn 50-100% bonus miles.
Group booking & family travel on Lucknow to Varanasi
Travelling as a family or group of 5+ passengers on Lucknow-Varanasi unlocks different fare structures, baggage allowances, and seating considerations than solo or 2-passenger travel. Below is what experienced family travellers tend to optimise for on this route.
Group fares (5+ passengers)
- Airline group desks: for 9+ passengers booked together, most Indian airlines (IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa) have dedicated group-booking desks that often quote 3-8% below the published online fare. Email groups@goindigo.in, groups@airindia.com, etc. with travel dates, sector, passenger count.
- HappyFares group-booking service: for Lucknow-Varanasi bookings of 6+ passengers, contact us via WhatsApp 7670070070 for negotiated group rates that include the ₹0 convenience fee benefit on each ticket.
- Don't split the booking: booking 8 passengers as one PNR locks the same fare for everyone. Booking as 4+4 PNRs risks one half repricing if fare buckets shift between submissions.
Family travel tips (with children / infants)
- Infants (under 2): all Indian carriers charge ₹0 base fare for lap infants on domestic Lucknow-Varanasi; 10% of adult fare on international. Bassinet seating must be requested at the time of booking (limited to row 1 of each cabin).
- Children 2-12: typically full adult fare on most Indian carriers (no child discount domestic). Some international carriers (Singapore Airlines, Emirates) offer 25% off for accompanied children.
- Seat selection: when booking, pay ₹100-500/seat to lock adjacent seats — otherwise the airline algorithm may scatter your family across the cabin. IndiGo UpFront and SpiceMax include free seat selection.
- Baggage: domestic Lucknow-Varanasi allows 15 kg checked per adult + 7 kg cabin. Children get full adult allowance; lap infants get 10 kg checked + 1 collapsible stroller free.
- Special meals: request child meal (CHML) or vegetarian (VGML) at booking; meal preferences cannot be changed at the airport.
HappyFares Easy Refund for families
- 24-Hour RefundGuard (₹199/pax): for families locking in plans 60+ days out, this lets you cancel within 24 hours of booking for a full refund if plans shift. Cost for family of 4 = ₹796 — covers ~₹15,000+ in potential cancellation fees.
- Smart Saver Cancel-for-Any-Reason (₹399/pax): on eligible fare classes, lets you cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Family of 4 = ₹1,596 — peace of mind for an Lucknow-Varanasi trip booked 3-6 months ahead.
Carbon footprint of Lucknow to Varanasi flight
A Lucknow-Varanasi flight is ~245 km. Estimated CO2 emissions per passenger:
Estimates use ICAO Carbon Emissions Calculator methodology: narrow-body single-aisle averaging ~115g CO₂/passenger-km. Actual emissions vary ±15% based on aircraft age, load factor, weather routing, and class of travel (business-class emissions are ~3× economy due to space per passenger).
How to reduce your Lucknow to Varanasi flight footprint
- Fly direct (non-stop): direct flights emit ~10% less CO₂ than connecting flights (no taxi/take-off cycle penalty).
- Fly economy: economy emits ~3× less CO₂ per passenger than business/first class (lower space per passenger).
- Pack light: every additional 10 kg of baggage on a typical flight adds ~7-10 kg CO₂ over the duration. Carry-on-only travel can cut your share by ~5%.
- Buy carbon offsets: airline-offered offset programs (IndiGo, SpiceJet, Air India) charge ~₹50-150 per domestic round trip and fund verified offset projects.
- Compare alternatives: on short routes under 800 km, train travel emits ~85% less CO₂ than flight (Vande Bharat where available).
Emissions calculations use 2024 ICAO methodology. For exact route-specific emissions for corporate ESG reporting, contact your travel-management company or the airline directly.
Offers on Lucknow to Varanasi flights
Apply these HappyFares promo codes at checkout to save on your domestic booking. Codes refresh from our current live catalogue.
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Promo codes apply at checkout. T&Cs apply and codes may be withdrawn at any time. See the full list at all HappyFares offers.
Special fares for students, senior citizens & defence personnel
Select the applicable fare type at checkout — no promo code required.
10% discount on base fare plus an additional 10 kg baggage allowance. A valid student ID must be shown at check-in.
No promo code needed — simply select Senior citizen fare at checkout to see discounted fares available for travellers aged 60 and above.
Serving personnel of the Indian Armed Forces can select the Defence fare option at checkout to access discounted fares. Valid service ID required at the airport.
Lucknow to Varanasi — flight distance & route facts
Distance shown is great-circle (straight-line). Actual flight path varies by airline routing and air traffic control.
Cheap Flights Lucknow to Varanasi — Lowest Air Ticket Price & Fares
Looking for the cheapest flight from Lucknow to Varanasi? HappyFares compares live fares across every major airline so you always book at the lowest airfare. Our Meera AI tracks fares continuously so you never miss a cheap ticket.
The flight distance between Lucknow (LKO) and Varanasi (VNS) is approximately 245 km (152 miles).
Use the search box above to compare Lucknow to Varanasi cheap flight tickets across all airlines — IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air and more. Pick any date to see today's lowest fare and flight ticket prices.
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How to Get the Lowest Lucknow to Varanasi Airfare
- Book 3–6 weeks in advance — flight ticket prices on most Indian routes are cheapest when booked 21–45 days before departure. Last-minute fares are typically 40–60% higher.
- Fly mid-week — Tuesday and Wednesday departures often have the lowest flight fares. Weekend flights (Friday–Sunday) tend to be 10–20% more expensive.
- Compare all airlines — on Lucknow to Varanasi, the cheapest airline varies by date. IndiGo is often the lowest-fare option, but Air India, SpiceJet, and Akasa Air sometimes undercut on specific days.
- Use HappyFares price history — our fare trend chart shows whether today's air ticket price is lower or higher than the 30-day average, so you can decide when to book.
- Avoid peak travel dates — Diwali, Christmas, and school holidays push Lucknow–Varanasi flight prices up significantly. Book early or travel a day or two outside peak dates for cheaper tickets.
Check live Lucknow to Varanasi flight status
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Lucknow and Varanasi airport details
Lucknow, the City of Nawabs, is known for Mughlai-Awadhi cuisine, chikankari embroidery, and imposing monuments.
Varanasi, one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, is a spiritual centre on the banks of the Ganges.
Things to do in Varanasi
Varanasi, one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, is a spiritual centre on the banks of the Ganges. Top attractions in Varanasi include: Dashashwamedh Ghat, Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Sarnath, Ganga Aarti. Make the most of your Lucknow to Varanasi trip by exploring these landmarks.
Baggage policy for Lucknow to Varanasi flights
Baggage allowance on domestic Lucknow to Varanasi flights in India follows DGCA guidance but varies by airline and fare type. Typical economy allowance across IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, SpiceJet, Akasa Air is 15 kg check-in + 7 kg cabin. Some low-cost carriers charge separately for check-in bags on their cheapest fares — confirm the exact allowance on the fare-selection page before booking.
Business class on domestic flights typically allows 25 kg check-in. Adding extra baggage during booking is considerably cheaper than paying at the airport.
Cancellation and refund for Lucknow to Varanasi flights
Cancellation rules for domestic Lucknow to Varanasi flights follow airline-specific policies. Most economy fares allow cancellation with a per-passenger fee (typically ₹4,500-₹5,000). Low-cost carriers' cheapest ("saver" / "lite") fares may be non-refundable except for statutory taxes. Refundable / flexible fares cost slightly more but offer higher refunds.
Rescheduling (changing your Lucknow to Varanasi travel date) is usually cheaper than cancelling and rebooking — typical domestic change fee is ₹3,500-₹4,000 plus any fare difference.
Skip airline cancellation hassles. Book a flexible fare with Happy Fare Easy Refund on HappyFares and get a full refund on cancellation made at least 24 hours before departure — no questions asked.
Planning your trip to Varanasi
Frequently asked questions
Are there flights from Lucknow to Banaras?
Yes — to reach Banaras, fly into Varanasi Airport (VNS). Search for Lucknow to Varanasi flights on HappyFares (happyfares.in) to see all airlines and fares.
What is the flight distance from Lucknow to Varanasi?
The straight-line (great-circle) flight distance from Lucknow (LKO) to Varanasi (VNS) is approximately 245 km (152 miles). Actual flight paths vary slightly due to air traffic routing.
How do I check Lucknow to Varanasi live flight status?
For real-time Lucknow to Varanasi flight status including delays, cancellations, and gate changes, visit the HappyFares flight status page at https://www.happyfares.in/flight-status/lucknow-to-varanasi. You can also check with your LKO–VNS flight number on individual airline apps (IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air).
What is the Lucknow to Varanasi business class fare?
Most domestic Lucknow to Varanasi flights offer a "Premium Economy" or business cabin (IndiGo Stretch, Air India Business, SpiceJet SpiceMax). These fares are typically 1.5-3× the base economy price. Search on HappyFares and select "Business" class to see current options and fares.
Are there any promo codes or offers for Lucknow to Varanasi flights?
HappyFares regularly features flight offers and discounts on the Lucknow–Varanasi route. Check the offers section on happyfares.in for current bank offers, UPI discounts, and flash sales. The best way to get the lowest fare is to search your dates and compare — our Meera AI flags when a fare is a genuinely good deal based on 30-day historical data.
Can I book a Lucknow to Varanasi flight for today?
Yes — HappyFares supports same-day flight booking for Lucknow to Varanasi. Search with today's date to see available flights departing in the next few hours. Keep in mind last-minute fares are typically higher; the best prices are usually found 14-60 days in advance.
What is the cheapest Lucknow to Varanasi flight price?
Lucknow to Varanasi fares vary by date and season. For the cheapest flight, try searching flexible dates on HappyFares — our Meera AI shows price trends so you can pick the lowest-fare day.
What is the lowest airfare from Lucknow to Varanasi?
The lowest Lucknow to Varanasi airfare varies by date and season — search on HappyFares to find the cheapest available fare for your travel date.
What is the Lucknow to Varanasi air ticket price today?
Lucknow to Varanasi air ticket prices change daily. Use the search above to check today's current fares across all airlines.
How to get cheap flight tickets from Lucknow to Varanasi?
To get the cheapest Lucknow to Varanasi flight tickets: (1) Book 3–6 weeks in advance — last-minute flight fare is usually 40–60% higher. (2) Fly on Tuesday or Wednesday — cheapest days on most routes. (3) Compare all airlines on HappyFares — IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air may each have the lowest rate on different dates. (4) Check our price trend chart — it shows whether today's flight ticket price is cheap or expensive vs the 30-day average.
What is the lowest flight rate from Lucknow to Varanasi?
Lucknow to Varanasi flight rates vary by date and advance booking window. Search HappyFares to compare current rates across all airlines.
How do I find flight offers on Lucknow to Varanasi?
To find the best Lucknow to Varanasi flight deals: (1) Search on HappyFares and sort by lowest price — we compare fares across all airlines in real time. (2) Book with UPI or your bank's co-branded card — HappyFares supports instant bank discounts and UPI cashback. (3) Use flexible dates to spot cheaper travel windows. Our Meera AI price indicator tells you whether the current fare is a good deal or likely to drop.
Can I cancel or reschedule my Lucknow to Varanasi flight?
Yes — cancellation and rescheduling are supported. Charges depend on the airline and fare type you book. Our support team can help you with cancellation or date changes on any Lucknow to Varanasi booking.
What is the baggage allowance on Lucknow to Varanasi flights?
Domestic Lucknow to Varanasi economy flights typically allow 15 kg check-in + 7 kg cabin. Some low-cost carriers charge separately for check-in bags on their cheapest fares — confirm the allowance on the fare page before booking.
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