Private charter between Kathmandu and Varanasi starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Kathmandu (KTM) to Varanasi (VNS) and Varanasi to Kathmandu — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Kathmandu and Varanasi is about 352 km (219 miles), or 190 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Kathmandu–Varanasi spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 06m | 59 min – 1h 13m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 53 min | 48 min – 58 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 06m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 03m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 53 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 52 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 51 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Every Kathmandu–Varanasi quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs across the regions you cross, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Kathmandu, Nepal: Tribhuvan International Airport.
Varanasi, India: Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.
| Tribhuvan International Airport | Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | VNKT / KTM | VEBN / VNS |
| Longest hard runway | 10,991 ft | 9,006 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 4,390 ft | 266 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Kathmandu to Varanasi can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Tribhuvan International Airport has 10,991 ft and Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport 9,006 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 352 km.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Our team responds to Kathmandu–Varanasi quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Kathmandu–Varanasi sector leaves when you do.
The Kathmandu to Varanasi route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 06m gate to gate across the 352 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Kathmandu–Varanasi charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
