Fly private between Kolkata and Varanasi from US$9,500 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
We fly Kolkata (CCU) ⇄ Varanasi (VNS) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Kolkata and Varanasi is about 647 km (402 miles), or 349 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Kolkata to Varanasi (and Varanasi to Kolkata) ranges from US$9,500 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$25,000 for a light jet such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (INR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 18m | 1h 10m – 1h 26m | ₹790,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 14m | 1h 07m – 1h 21m | ₹1,040,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (INR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 18m | ₹790,000 – ₹1,130,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 16m | ₹880,000 – ₹1,250,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 14m | ₹960,000 – ₹1,340,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (INR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 14m | ₹1,040,000 – ₹1,460,000 (~US$12,500 – US$17,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 12m | ₹1,170,000 – ₹1,590,000 (~US$14,000 – US$19,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 09m | ₹1,250,000 – ₹1,750,000 (~US$15,000 – US$21,000) | 6-8 |
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. Currency conversion is approximate.
Jet charter costs between Kolkata and Varanasi are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Kolkata, India: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport.
Varanasi, India: Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.
| Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport | Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | VECC / CCU | VEBN / VNS |
| Longest hard runway | 11,919 ft | 9,006 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 16 ft | 266 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Kolkata to Varanasi can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport has 11,919 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 647 km.
Alternates within range: Behala Airport (2,830 ft, 23 km) · Kalyani BSF Helipad
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Kolkata–Varanasi sector leaves when you do.
Those 1h 18m are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
Demand on Kolkata–Varanasi comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$9,500 – US$25,000 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 18m gate to gate over 647 km (402 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Kolkata–Varanasi departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Kolkata–Varanasi charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Varanasi to Kolkata runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
