Cheap Flights from Singapore to Varanasi

The iconic Indian city on the banks of the Ganges, Varanasi is considered one of the seven sacred cities of Hinduism. The city plays a long and arduous part in the history of Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism and Ravidassia. The cultural epicentre of northern India, the city is mired in the religious belief of the Hindu people who believe that they will attain salvation if they breathe their last breath on the banks of the Ganges. One of the oldest continually inhabited cities, Varanasi settlements date back to the 11^th century BC. 

Tip: As an old city, Varanasi streets are quite narrow and are best treaded over by foot or riskhaw.

Getting to Varanasi

The Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (VNS) is located about 25 kilometers northwest of the city centre in Babatpur. The airport is largely domestic and offers the basic facilities. It is better you perform currency exchange in your transfer city.

For a cheap flight from Singapore, choose a budget airline like Malindo Air. A direct flight to Varanasi is not available at the moment. Connecting flights are offered by Indigo Vistara, Air India, Indigo SriLankan and Singapore Airlines.

Tip: The best way to get to the city from the airport is by taxi. 

About the Singapore to Varanasi flight

About 3512 kilometers apart, the journey time between the two cities is roughly 9 hours and 10 minutes. As there are no direct flights, booking in advance can help you choose the best transfer options. November and February see peak pricing and March sees highly subsidized pricing. The prices vary throughout the year based on demand.

Tip: As it is a long journey, and you will experience extreme weather change, make sure you stay hydrated at all times.

Tourism in Varanasi

Tourism is Varanasi is not the conventional hop-on hop-off tour deal. It is a largely spiritual experience that gives you a very real sense of how different cultures around the world answer larger philosophical questions like the circle of life and death. Home to about 2000 temples, boat cruises are the best way to pass the various ghats and understand the rituals of the oldest religion in the world. The most popular ghats are Panchganga Ghat, manikarnika Ghat, Dasawamedh Ghat, rana Ghat, Tulsi Ghat and Assi Ghat. Other religious buildings include Almagir Mosque, Bharat mata Temple, Durga Temple, Gauri Mata Temple and Tulsi Manas Temple. However, the most important temple here is Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

Tip: Due to security reasons, some temples in Varanasi may be completely off limits to foreign tourists, especially if you are travelling in peak pilgrimage season.

Singapore to Varanasi flights are available daily as you would only be looking for connecting flights, with popular transfers at either Delhi or Chennai. Combine your Singapore-Varanasi flight booking with discount hotels reservations for a great travel deal. Trip.com offers 24*7 customer service to ensure that you have a trouble-free travel experience. You can also make use of the personalised itinerary maker.

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