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$849 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Varanasi

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Varanasi (SFO-VNS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Varanasi that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Varanasi

Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 23
Air India Logo
3:25 pm - 8:00 am
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VNS
28h 05m
2 stops
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10:05 am - 8:00 am
VNS
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SFO
34h 25m
1 stop
$849Air India
Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Mar 10
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4:30 pm - 3:55 pm
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VNS
33h 55m
2 stops
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1:25 pm - 8:00 am
VNS
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SFO
55h 05m
2 stops
$951Air India
Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Mar 10
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4:30 pm - 8:00 am
SFO
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VNS
50h 00m
3 stops
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1:25 pm - 8:00 am
VNS
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SFO
55h 05m
2 stops
$953Air India
Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Mar 10
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3:00 pm - 8:00 am
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VNS
27h 30m
2 stops
Air India Logo
2:45 pm - 1:25 pm
VNS
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SFO
35h 10m
1 stop
$992Air India
Sun, Feb 15 - Mon, Mar 2
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3:00 pm - 9:25 am
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VNS
28h 55m
2 stops
Air India Logo
12:40 pm - 7:00 am
VNS
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SFO
31h 50m
1 stop
$1,054Air India
Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Mar 10
Air India Logo
4:30 pm - 3:55 pm
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VNS
33h 55m
1 stop
Air India Logo
10:05 am - 1:25 pm
VNS
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SFO
39h 50m
1 stop
$1,126Air India
Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 23
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10:40 am - 9:25 am
SFO
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VNS
34h 15m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 1:40 pm
VNS
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SFO
34h 15m
3 stops
$1,170Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Mar 10
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4:30 pm - 8:00 am
SFO
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VNS
50h 00m
3 stops
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5:10 pm - 10:45 am
VNS
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SFO
30h 05m
3 stops
$1,265Multiple Airlines
Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 24
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11:55 am - 9:00 am
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VNS
32h 35m
3 stops
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7:00 pm - 1:40 pm
VNS
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SFO
31h 10m
3 stops
$1,313Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Mar 10
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5:30 pm - 12:40 pm
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VNS
29h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:35 pm - 11:25 am
VNS
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SFO
49h 20m
2 stops
$3,283Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Varanasi flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Varanasi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Varanasi?

Percentage of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Varanasi chosen by KAYAK users via each layover airport in the last 12 months (only includes trips with the same layover airport on both legs).

New Delhi (DEL) is the top choice – 89% of KAYAK users who clicked on 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Varanasi picked an itinerary connecting there.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Varanasi?

Average round-trip price for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Varanasi clicked by KAYAK users in the last 12 months (only includes trips with the same layover airport on both legs).

Flights via Bengaluru (BLR) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,797.

Which layover airport offers the shortest total travel time from San Francisco to Varanasi?

Shortest average total travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Varanasi via different layover airports, based on KAYAK user data from the last 12 months.

Consider flying via New Delhi (DEL) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 25h 34m.

Which layover airport has the quickest connection when flying from San Francisco to Varanasi?

Average layover duration at different layover airports for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Varanasi, based on KAYAK user data from the last 12 months.

If you prefer a quick connection, Bengaluru (BLR) often has the shortest layovers from San Francisco to Varanasi, with an average of 3h 45m.

Good to know

Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$895
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
Flight from San Francisco to Varanasi

When to book flights from San Francisco to Varanasi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Varanasi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Varanasi

  • 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?

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Varanasi?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Varanasi was $864 for a round-trip ticket.

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

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Varanasi from San Francisco.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Varanasi?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Varanasi?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Francisco and Varanasi.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Varanasi?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Varanasi.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Varanasi?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Varanasi from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Varanasi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Varanasi with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and VNS can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Varanasi?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Varanasi from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Varanasi

  • 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.

Reviews of the top airline flying from San Francisco to Varanasi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Varanasi. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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5.5
Air IndiaOverall score based on 2978 reviews
5.5Comfort
6.6Crew
4.6Entertainment
5.8Food
6.2Boarding
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Flight was cancelled by air India. There was no explanation provided why the flight was cancelled. Found out that the flight was cancelled because the Iran air space was closed. Meanwhile, all other flights passing through that region were operating without issues. When asked to refund money for the tickets, being told that “ As checked, we wish to share that Flight AI 116 on 15 January 2026 from New York to Mumbai was cancelled due to Iran airspace closure, which were beyond the airline’s control. While such events can disrupt travel plans, we appreciate your understanding and patience. Our team remains committed to ensuring the safety and comfort of all passengers and takes all necessary measures to minimize any issues. However, we must inform you that compensation is not applicable under these extraordinary circumstances, in accordance with the relevant regulations.” Completed unacceptable and unprofessional behavior!

2.0 MediocreSaumil, Jan 2026
JFK - BOM
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Flight was cancelled by air India. There was no explanation provided why the flight was cancelled. Found out that the flight was cancelled because the Iran air space was closed. Meanwhile, all other flights passing through that region were operating without issues. When asked to refund money for the tickets, being told that “ As checked, we wish to share that Flight AI 116 on 15 January 2026 from New York to Mumbai was cancelled due to Iran airspace closure, which were beyond the airline’s control. While such events can disrupt travel plans, we appreciate your understanding and patience. Our team remains committed to ensuring the safety and comfort of all passengers and takes all necessary measures to minimize any issues. However, we must inform you that compensation is not applicable under these extraordinary circumstances, in accordance with the relevant regulations.” Completed unacceptable and unprofessional behavior!

Needs lots of improvement starting from crew/staff attitude, cleanliness, better quality food & in flight amenities.

Food was below par Quality and None of the Entertainment systems were Working ..and we were unable to turn it off.. Due to the glare we couldn't even sleep for the entire duration of the flight ..

Horrible flight. No entertainment or WiFi for a 14-hour flight. No explanations either. I’ll never fly Air India again.

Several seats in business class were broken. Some would not recline, others had other problems. They need to really update the seats and AV.

Never can get flight and nof light for three days .finally travel by bus. Very bad experience.

Food not of any international or even Indian standard. We have many cuisine available but only paneer & sundry items. Improve & provide some good indian items. Entertainment website or channel out of order.

First and the foremost I was shocked to see airindia standards have come down so low . The food was horrible . They served us 3 meals for vegetarian and all the was paneer . The orange juice was not at all cold it was smelly . After you take this heavy price air India should learn from other air lines . I at one point felt like throwing up . After all this when we landed we were not given landing slip . We had to wait for 45 min at the immigration just because no one was given landing slip . To top it all we were 3 passengers and had checked in 4 check in luggage . Out of which 3 have not yet arrived . Basically status says the loaded it in our flight ( this was a direct fight ) and it never reached . We are still waiting . There is nothing great to tell about our flight . The he only good thing was the crew were very helpful .

Lay out shows 1st row and second row given after taking payment. It's a fraud

The seats were extremely uncomfortable. Air India seats used to be very comfortable . with sufficient legroom. In this aircraft there was no legroom. It is a shame that for your profit margins you are trying to pack people like cattle on these long haul flights. The food was terrible. The bread was hard like a rock. Mr CEO of Air India, why don’t you take a flight in economy from India to USA and experience the hardships first hand. It is utter disgrace

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