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Cheapest return flight
₹ 174,040
Typical prices: ₹ 92,221-₹ 109,791
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Sat 17/11Sat 24/11
SFO - VNS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 62,347
Typical prices: ₹ 46,310-₹ 64,052
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Sat 17/11
SFO - VNS • 3 stops
When to travel
March
Cheapest • 9% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Varanasi (SFO-VNS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Varanasi

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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21:40 - 17:25SFO  San Francisco-VNS Varanasi
54h 15m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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18:00 - 19:35VNS  Varanasi-SFO San Francisco
39h 05m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
₹ 174,040Multiple Airlines
Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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15:50 - 12:10SFO  San Francisco-VNS Varanasi
30h 50m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
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15:40 - 15:40VNS  Varanasi-SFO San Francisco
37h 30m3 stops Bengaluru Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
₹ 185,143Multiple Airlines
Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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15:50 - 12:10SFO  San Francisco-VNS Varanasi
30h 50m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
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20:15 - 17:00VNS  Varanasi-SFO San Francisco
34h 15m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Ho Chi Minh City
₹ 187,231Multiple Airlines
Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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21:40 - 17:25SFO  San Francisco-VNS Varanasi
54h 15m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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19:30 - 15:35VNS  Varanasi-SFO San Francisco
33h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
₹ 199,757Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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16:35 - 16:00SFO  San Francisco-VNS Varanasi
33h 55m3 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Milan Malpensa New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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16:55 - 13:10VNS  Varanasi-SFO San Francisco
33h 45m3 stops Bengaluru Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
₹ 208,678Multiple Airlines
Mon, 14 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
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22:00 - 17:25SFO  San Francisco-VNS Varanasi
29h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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16:05 - 15:35VNS  Varanasi-SFO San Francisco
61h 00m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
₹ 219,780Multiple Airlines
Sun, 22 Nov - Sat, 26 Dec
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15:40 - 19:10SFO  San Francisco-VNS Varanasi
38h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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21:10 - 13:35VNS  Varanasi-SFO San Francisco
29h 55m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Dubai Intl
₹ 237,336Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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16:35 - 16:00SFO  San Francisco-VNS Varanasi
33h 55m3 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Milan Malpensa New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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16:30 - 09:00VNS  Varanasi-SFO San Francisco
30h 00m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Shanghai Pu Dong
₹ 237,431Multiple Airlines
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 26 Dec
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15:40 - 20:30SFO  San Francisco-VNS Varanasi
39h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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13:30 - 13:35VNS  Varanasi-SFO San Francisco
37h 35m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Dubai Intl
₹ 240,183Multiple Airlines
Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 27 Dec
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15:40 - 12:30SFO  San Francisco-VNS Varanasi
31h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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13:30 - 13:35VNS  Varanasi-SFO San Francisco
37h 35m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Dubai Intl
₹ 257,454Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for San Francisco to Varanasi flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Varanasi?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Varanasi. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

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Key details for San Francisco to Varanasi flights

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₹ 62,347
The most popular month to fly with an average 38% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Varanasi

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Your San Francisco to Varanasi flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Varanasi?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Varanasi flight?

    Return flights from San Francisco to Varanasi range from ₹ 92,221 to ₹ 109,791, with an average of ₹ 97,913 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 92,221 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco to Varanasi changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 174,040 to ₹ 909,394. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to Varanasi looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Varanasi are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 68,212, which is 22% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Varanasi?

    Flights from San Francisco to Varanasi usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Varanasi (VNS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Varanasi pass through?

    Most connecting flights from San Francisco to Varanasi pass through New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Varanasi?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from San Francisco to Varanasi. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 92,239 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at ₹ 118,146, a difference of ₹ 25,907.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Varanasi?

    Varanasi is 12 hours ahead of San Francisco (India Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Some two-stop flights aboard Emirates with Vistara allow one carry-on and two checked bags per Eco Saver ticket. Since the bags must comply with both airlines, the carry-on must be within 15 lb and 21.5 x 15 x 7.5 inches. Each checked bag must be within 70 lb and 62 inches in added-up dimensions.

    Does San Francisco International Airport (SFO) have any exclusive lounges where I can wait?

  • In the International Terminal at SFO, a passenger on any airline with any class of ticket can purchase a prepaid lounge pass to gain access to the exclusive lounges, the Air France - KLM Lounge and the China Airlines Lounge. In Terminal 3, American Express Card Members can access the Centurion Lounge.

    How can I get from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport Varanasi (VNS) to downtown Varanasi?

  • There is a prepaid taxi stand situated just outside arrivals at the VNS terminal. At the arrivals curb, you can also hail an auto rickshaw to take you into town. If you want a cheaper option than taking a taxi all the way into downtown, you can take a taxi to the Varanasi Railway Station, and from there, take a train to downtown.

    Do I need a visa to fly from San Francisco to Varanasi?

  • If you are traveling to India for any purpose, you need to obtain a visa. If you are going to India as a tourist and you plan to leave within 60 days, you can apply for an e-visa online. If you plan to stay longer or are traveling to India for any other reason, you must apply for a paper visa from an Indian consulate or embassy.

    What airlines offer a sustainable flight from San Francisco to Varanasi?

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Varanasi flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average ₹ 92,239, about ₹ 25,907 less than Tuesday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Varanasi trip for March. Fares historically average ₹ 88,823 return in that month – typically ₹ 47,638 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • Delta, an airline that is often cited as one of the top 10 most sustainable airlines in the world, offers cheap flights from IAD to MVD. Delta is making successful strides toward canceling out its emissions from fossil fuels by reducing carbon emissions and investing in clean air technologies. Delta was the first airline to recycle in flight.
  • The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a hub for Alaska, United, SkyWest, and other airlines. Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport Varanasi (VNS), serving Varanasi, India, is a hub for Air India, IndiGo, AirAsia, and others. Some of the cheapest flights from SFO to VNS involve Air India and IndiGo.
  • On economy flights from San Francisco to Veronese with one connection, the most common stop is New Delhi. On cheap flights from SFO to VNS with two stops, some common first connection cities are Doha, Dubai, Istanbul, and Bengaluru. Some common second connection cities are New Delhi and Mumbai.
  • Many cheap flights from SFO to VNS require a self-transfer. This type of ticket can be a fantastic bargain, as long as the connection duration provides you enough time. To complete a self-transfer, you will need to deplane, pass through customs, collect any checked baggage, possibly get to another terminal for the next leg of your flight, and check in and go through security again.
  • On a cheap flight from SFO to VNS aboard Qatar Airways with the last and shortest leg on Vistara, you can enjoy a comfortable economy seat. On the first two legs aboard Qatar, you'll be seated in one of the widest economy seats in the industry with 31 inches of seat pitch. You also have the option of purchasing a seat with extra legroom.

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