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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Varanasi Airport to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $243. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Chennai.$229 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Varanasi on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $229, select.

Chennai.$240 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Varanasi on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $240, select.

Chennai.$242 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb, returning Sat, 13 Feb.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Varanasi on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $242, select.

Chennai.$243 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Jul, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Varanasi on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $243, select.

Chennai.$257 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Varanasi on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $257, select.

Chennai.$272 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Varanasi on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $272, select.

Chennai.$273 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Varanasi on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $273, select.

Chennai.$280 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul, returning Mon, 13 Jul.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Varanasi on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $280, select.

Chennai.$280 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Varanasi on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $280, select.

Chennai.$285 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug, returning Thu, 15 Oct.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Varanasi on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $285, select.

Chennai.$288 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Varanasi on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $288, select.

Chennai.$294 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Varanasi on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $294, select.

Chennai.$296 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Thu, 31 Dec.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Varanasi on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $296, select.

Chennai.$297 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun, returning Tue, 30 Jun.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Varanasi on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $297, select.

Chennai.$300 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Jun, returning Sat, 27 Jun.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Varanasi on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $300, select.

Chennai.$300 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun, returning Sat, 4 Jul.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Varanasi on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $300, select.

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Cheapest flight found	$229
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	2 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airline	IndiGo
Average flights per week	7

Finding cheap flights from Varanasi to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Varanasi to Chennai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Varanasi to Chennai is $229. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Varanasi to Chennai?

2 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Varanasi to Chennai.

Which airlines fly direct from Varanasi to Chennai?

IndiGo flies direct from Varanasi to Chennai.

How many flights are there a week from Varanasi to Chennai?

As of June 2026, there are 7 flights per week flying from Varanasi to Chennai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Varanasi to Chennai?

The cheapest month to fly from Varanasi to Chennai is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Varanasi Airport to Chennai Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Varanasi Airport to Chennai Airport on Sunday, 30 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Varanasi Airport to Chennai Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 20 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Chennai?

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 Chennai 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Chennai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Varanasi Airport to Chennai with?

Currently, Air India and IndiGo offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Travelling from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

Hop on a direct flight from Varanasi Airport to Chennai Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
Varanasi and Chennai share the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
You can take your pick of 12 weekly Varanasi Airport to Chennai Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your VNS to MAA flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like November? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
IndiGo is your gateway to discovering Chennai (and perhaps some other exciting parts of India!). Check out the direct flights from Varanasi Airport to Chennai Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is IndiGo.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier offering VNS to MAA flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Varanasi Airport to Chennai Airport flight is $117. A return plane ticket right now is $229. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from VNS to MAA, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Varanasi Airport to Chennai Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Picking up cheap flights from VNS to MAA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Varanasi Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about Varanasi Airport (VNS)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Varanasi Airport, 53% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Varanasi Airport from central Varanasi, it takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near VNS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Varanasi Airport to Chennai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Varanasi Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Chennai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Rental and venture far and wide through Chennai and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your trip.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Varanasi Airport to Chennai Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Chennai. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in September.
Book your flight from Varanasi Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to explore Chennai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 28ºC and 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from VNS to MAA sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of India

Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Coimbatore is another must-experience destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No trip is complete without experiencing Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple.