Air India Express to Launch Direct Varanasi-Bangkok Flights from February 2026

Fly non-stop from Varanasi (Banaras/Kashi) to Thailand. Air India Express announces new direct flights to Bangkok from February 1, 2026, offering convenient travel for pilgrims, tourists, and business travelers. 

Tata Group-owned low-cost carrier Air India Express (IX) will enhance connectivity between India and Thailand by introducing weekly non-stop flights from Varanasi (VNS) to Bangkok (BKK), starting February 1, 2026. This new route aims to expand direct links between Uttar Pradesh and Thailand, catering to growing demand for tourism, business, and cultural exchange.

The outbound flight will depart Varanasi at 12:35 local time, arriving in Bangkok at 18:05. The return flight will leave Bangkok at 19:05, landing back in Varanasi at 21:35. Air India Express officials highlighted the move as part of their strategy to boost international accessibility from key Indian cities.