Are direct flights from Seoul to Varanasi always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save time, but they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with layovers can sometimes be more affordable, especially for longer distances. Consider your budget and time constraints when making your choice.

Can flexible travel dates help on Seoul to Varanasi flights?

Being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares than traveling on weekends or during popular holidays. Even shifting your departure or return by a day or two may yield savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Seoul to Varanasi flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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Seoul to Varanasi: Overview

Insights for flights from Seoul to Varanasi

A typical journey from Seoul to Varanasi takes about 32h 0m, including connections. This reflects the reality that most itineraries on this route involve multiple stops, as there are no direct flights available. Travelers should account for this extended travel time when planning their trip.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Seoul to Varanasi, prices right now are below the typical level. Fares typically range from $636–$679, with a median of $665. Currently, only 5% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that while current prices are lower than usual, finding exceptional deals might still require some flexibility. New deals show up several times a week, so monitoring prices can be beneficial.

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Varanasi is in March, with a median fare of $276. Other cost-effective months include October, with a median fare of $425, and January, where the median fare is $585. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

When flying from Seoul to Varanasi, most itineraries connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were non-stop, meaning all flights on this route involve connections. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 3, which contributes to the overall journey time.

The distance between Seoul and Varanasi is 4303 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance necessitates connecting flights and longer travel times, making careful planning essential for the journey.

How much is a round trip from Seoul to Varanasi

Regular price: $335 - $953

Prices for flights from Seoul to Varanasi are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for this route are between $335 and $953. The current lowest deal is $513 with Vietjet Air for travel from Oct 22-Nov 3.

now $513

Low $335

High $953

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Varanasi

The cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Varanasi is March, with a median price of $276. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $695. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $276

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $695

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Oct

Direct flights from Seoul to Varanasi

Air India Limited

IndiGo

Vietjet Air

MyTravel Airways

Last-minute flights going from Seoul to Varanasi

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Varanasi

Seoul (ICN) - Varanasi (VNS)

Vietjet Air, IndiGo

$469

$535

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Varanasi

Seoul (ICN) - Varanasi (VNS)

Air India Limited, IndiGo

$545

$681

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Varanasi

Seoul (ICN) - Varanasi (VNS)

Air India Limited, IndiGo

$619

$681

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Varanasi

Seoul (ICN) - Varanasi (VNS)

Air India Limited, IndiGo

$545

$682

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Varanasi

Seoul (ICN) - Varanasi (VNS)

Air India Limited, IndiGo

$584

$683

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Varanasi

Seoul (ICN) - Varanasi (VNS)

Air India Limited, IndiGo

$488

$709

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Seoul to Varanasi

3 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 28

$559 → $564

4 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 28

$555 → $564

2 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 19

$628 → $679

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$619 → $680

10%

Popular Airports to fly from Seoul to Varanasi

Seoul - Varanasi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Seoul to Varanasi are below the typical level ($513 vs $665).

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest at $276.

Historically, March offers the lowest median prices for flights from Seoul to Varanasi.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 32h 0m.

Flights from Seoul to Varanasi typically involve connecting flights, with a median duration of 32h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Vietjet Air offers a deal at $513.

Vietjet Air has a recent deal for $513 from Seoul to Varanasi for Oct 22-Nov 3.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly.

Deals for flights from Seoul to Varanasi appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Seoul main airports to depart from

Incheon International (ICN)

Cheapest

Incheon International Airport offers flights to Varanasi, with prices from $496.

📍 ~48 km from Seoul city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$496

Gimpo International (GMP)

Gimpo International Airport offers flights to Varanasi, with prices from $669.

📍 ~17 km from Seoul city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$669

Varanasi main airports to arrive at

Lal Bahadur Shastri International (VNS)

Cheapest

Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is ideal for direct access to Varanasi.

📍 ~19 km from Varanasi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$498

Airports nearby Varanasi used as alternative

Chaudhary Charan Singh International (LKO)

Cheapest

Chaudhary Charan Singh International offers significantly higher flight frequency and destination variety than Varanasi.

📍 ~285 km from Varanasi (requires approximately 4 to 5 hours of ground transit from Varanasi)

💸 Flights from ~$500

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Oct 13

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76% AI deal score

$1,563

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From ICN

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Oct 13

Varanasi, India

76% AI deal score

$1,574

$1,419

Save $155

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From ICN

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Sep 16

Varanasi, India

75% AI deal score

$1,509

$1,415

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From ICN

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Sep 28

Varanasi, India

75% AI deal score

$1,549

$1,419

Save $130

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Business Class

From ICN

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Sep 18

Varanasi, India

75% AI deal score

$1,559

$1,420

Save $139

China Eastern Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ICN

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Sep 18

Varanasi, India

75% AI deal score

$1,537

$1,424

Save $113

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From ICN

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Varanasi, India

75% AI deal score

$1,632

$1,551

Save $81

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From ICN

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Varanasi, India

75% AI deal score

$1,648

$1,551

Save $97

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Business Class

From ICN

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Nov 24

Varanasi, India

75% AI deal score

$1,657

$1,574

Save $83

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Business Class

From ICN

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Oct 28

Varanasi, India

75% AI deal score

$1,660

$1,580

Save $80

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ICN

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Oct 28

Varanasi, India

75% AI deal score

$1,701

$1,597

Save $104

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Varanasi

To find potentially cheaper flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and online travel agencies can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you monitor fare changes.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear, so it's wise to monitor price trends. Mid-week bookings may also offer different pricing compared to weekend bookings.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more affordable flight options. While it may add to travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience.

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Seoul to Varanasi: Overview

Insights for flights from Seoul to Varanasi

How much is a round trip from Seoul to Varanasi

Regular price: $335 - $953

Prices for flights from Seoul to Varanasi are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for this route are between $335 and $953. The current lowest deal is $513 with Vietjet Air for travel from Oct 22-Nov 3.

now $513

Low $335

High $953

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Varanasi

March

Cheapest

Flights from $276

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $695

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Oct

Direct flights from Seoul to Varanasi

Air India Limited

IndiGo

Vietjet Air

MyTravel Airways

Last-minute flights going from Seoul to Varanasi

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Varanasi

Seoul (ICN) - Varanasi (VNS)

Vietjet Air, IndiGo

$469

$535

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Varanasi

Seoul (ICN) - Varanasi (VNS)

Air India Limited, IndiGo

$545

$681

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Varanasi

Seoul (ICN) - Varanasi (VNS)

Air India Limited, IndiGo

$619

$681

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Varanasi

Seoul (ICN) - Varanasi (VNS)

Air India Limited, IndiGo

$545

$682

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Varanasi

Seoul (ICN) - Varanasi (VNS)

Air India Limited, IndiGo

$584

$683

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ICN - Varanasi

Seoul (ICN) - Varanasi (VNS)

Air India Limited, IndiGo

$488

$709

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Seoul to Varanasi

3 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 28

$559 → $564

4 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 28

$555 → $564

2 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 19

$628 → $679

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$619 → $680

10%

Popular Airports to fly from Seoul to Varanasi

Seoul - Varanasi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Seoul to Varanasi are below the typical level ($513 vs $665).

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest at $276.

Historically, March offers the lowest median prices for flights from Seoul to Varanasi.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 32h 0m.

Flights from Seoul to Varanasi typically involve connecting flights, with a median duration of 32h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Vietjet Air offers a deal at $513.

Vietjet Air has a recent deal for $513 from Seoul to Varanasi for Oct 22-Nov 3.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly.

Deals for flights from Seoul to Varanasi appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Seoul main airports to depart from

Incheon International (ICN)

Cheapest

Incheon International Airport offers flights to Varanasi, with prices from $496.

📍 ~48 km from Seoul city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$496

Gimpo International (GMP)

Gimpo International Airport offers flights to Varanasi, with prices from $669.

📍 ~17 km from Seoul city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$669

Varanasi main airports to arrive at

Lal Bahadur Shastri International (VNS)

Cheapest

Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is ideal for direct access to Varanasi.

📍 ~19 km from Varanasi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$498

Airports nearby Varanasi used as alternative

Chaudhary Charan Singh International (LKO)

Cheapest

Chaudhary Charan Singh International offers significantly higher flight frequency and destination variety than Varanasi.

Varanasi, India

75% AI deal score

$1,701

$1,597

Save $104

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Varanasi

Cheap Flights from Seoul to Varanasi

Today’s best flight deals from Seoul to Varanasi

Seoul to Varanasi: Overview

Insights for flights from Seoul to Varanasi

How much is a round trip from Seoul to Varanasi

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Varanasi

Direct flights from Seoul to Varanasi

Last-minute flights going from Seoul to Varanasi

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Seoul to Varanasi

Popular Airports to fly from Seoul to Varanasi

Seoul - Varanasi route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

March is historically cheapest at $276.

Flights typically take 32h 0m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Vietjet Air offers a deal at $513.

Deals appear regularly.

Seoul main airports to depart from

Varanasi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Varanasi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Varanasi

Best Elite deals to Varanasi

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Varanasi

How can I find cheap flights from Seoul to Varanasi?

When should I book flights from Seoul to Varanasi?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Seoul to Varanasi?

Are direct flights from Seoul to Varanasi always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Seoul to Varanasi flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Seoul to Varanasi flights?

Related routes

More routes from Seoul

Flights to Varanasi from other cities

Seoul to Varanasi: Overview

Insights for flights from Seoul to Varanasi

How much is a round trip from Seoul to Varanasi

The cheapest time to fly from Seoul to Varanasi

Direct flights from Seoul to Varanasi

Last-minute flights going from Seoul to Varanasi

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Seoul to Varanasi

Popular Airports to fly from Seoul to Varanasi

Seoul - Varanasi route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

March is historically cheapest at $276.

Flights typically take 32h 0m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Vietjet Air offers a deal at $513.

Deals appear regularly.

Seoul main airports to depart from

Varanasi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Varanasi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Varanasi

Best Elite deals to Varanasi

Oct 13

Oct 10

Oct 13

Sep 16

Sep 28

Sep 18

Sep 18

Nov 21

Oct 16

Nov 24

Oct 28

Oct 28

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Varanasi

How can I find cheap flights from Seoul to Varanasi?

When should I book flights from Seoul to Varanasi?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Seoul to Varanasi?