Air India Express Opens New Gateway For Travelers From Varanasi To Bangkok With Weekly Non-Stop Flights, Strengthening Economic And Cultural Bridges Between The Two Nations

Air India Express is launching non-stop flights from Varanasi to Bangkok to unlock faster, simpler, and more affordable international travel between India’s spiritual heart and one of Asia’s most sought-after destinations. Starting February 1, 2026, the new weekly service directly links Uttar Pradesh with Thailand, cutting travel time, removing stopovers, and opening fresh opportunities for tourism, cultural exchange, and religious travel, while strengthening Varanasi’s growing role as an international gateway.

Air India Express, India’s premier international budget airline, is set to strengthen connectivity between Thailand and Uttar Pradesh by launching weekly non-stop flights between Varanasi and Bangkok, starting February 1, 2026. This new route will provide travelers from Varanasi with direct access to Bangkok, one of Asia’s most popular destinations for leisure travel. It will also make it easier for tourists from Thailand to explore Varanasi, Sarnath, and other key sites along the Buddhist circuit. The booking system for these flights is now live on Air India Express’ official website, airindiaexpress.com, mobile app, and other major booking platforms.

Flight Timings (Starting February 1, 2026)
All times are in local time.

• Varanasi to Bangkok
• Departure: 12:35
• Arrival: 18:05
• Frequency: Sundays
• Bangkok to Varanasi
• Departure: 19:05
• Arrival: 21:35
• Frequency: Sundays

The introduction of this non-stop flight will provide easy access to one of the most popular international destinations. This service supports the strategy of improving direct international connectivity for growing cities in India, especially non-metro and Tier-II cities. For Thai visitors, it opens a gateway to Varanasi, an ancient city steeped in spiritual history, further boosting the Buddhist travel circuit.

This new route is set to expand Air India Express’ presence in Thailand. The airline already operates flights between Bangkok and Bengaluru, Lucknow, Pune, and Surat, and provides direct connections between Hyderabad and Phuket. The new Varanasi-Bangkok service will add another vital link in its network.

Air India Express has a significant presence in Varanasi, with over 70 weekly flights connecting the city to Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai, and Sharjah. The airline pioneered international flights from Varanasi with its Sharjah route in August 2015, marking the city’s entry onto the international aviation map. In addition to Varanasi, Air India Express operates flights from Uttar Pradesh’s cities of Ayodhya, Hindon, and Lucknow.

The airline has recently unveiled a revamped cabin experience aboard its Boeing 737-8 aircraft. The updated cabins feature improved seat padding, enhanced armrests, and extra legroom. Each seat is equipped with USB charging ports, and the cabins are fitted with modern amenities like ovens for hot ‘Gourmair’ meals, refreshed interiors, new carpets, and Boeing Sky Interior mood lighting, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere. This update reflects the airline’s commitment to delivering a comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.

Air India Express also launched its ‘Tales of India’ initiative, showcasing India’s rich cultural diversity through unique tail arts inspired by regional crafts. Over 50 indigenous art forms from across 25 states, including the iconic Banarasi weave and Chikankari embroidery, are featured on the airline’s new aircraft.

Air India Express is launching non-stop flights from Varanasi to Bangkok starting February 1, 2026, to provide direct access between India’s spiritual hub and Thailand’s top tourist destination. This new service simplifies travel and boosts cultural and economic ties between the two regions.

From Varanasi, Air India Express currently operates over 70 weekly flights, connecting the city to Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai, and Sharjah, in addition to the new Bangkok route. The airline also offers one-stop connections to 30 domestic destinations such as Agartala, Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Bagdogra, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, and more. Internationally, Varanasi is linked to destinations including Abu Dhabi, Dammam, Dubai, Jeddah, Kuwait, Muscat, Phuket, and Riyadh.

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