Mumbai to Kushinagar flight guide — airlines, routing via Varanasi or Lucknow, Buddhist circuit travel, distance and fares.
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Quick answer: Mumbai to Kushinagar non-stop flights take about ≈ 2h–2h 30m to Varanasi or Lucknow, then a road transfer to Kushinagar, operated by IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa (BOM–VNS/LKO), No flights to Kushinagar itself; multiple daily BOM–Varanasi and BOM–Lucknow services across IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet and Akasa. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest BOM–KBK fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
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| Airline | Cabin bag | Checked (economy) | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|
| IndiGo | 7 kg | 15 kg | Largest network; strong on-time record |
| Air India | 7 kg | 15-25 kg | Full-service; meals included |
| Akasa Air | 7 kg | 15 kg | Newer fleet; value fares |
| SpiceJet | 7 kg | 15 kg | Budget fares |
Standard domestic economy allowance; premium fares and elite tiers may include more. Confirm against your fare — each airline's baggage page is linked above.
Be aware before booking: Kushinagar International Airport (KBK) has had no scheduled commercial flights since November 2023. The airport was inaugurated in 2021 to serve the Buddhist circuit, but regular services were withdrawn and, as of mid-2026, it sits largely idle while new connections are discussed under UDAN. Do not assume a direct Mumbai–Kushinagar flight exists.
The reliable way to reach Kushinagar is to fly Mumbai to a nearby airport and continue by road. Varanasi (VNS) and Lucknow (LKO) are the practical gateways, both well served from Mumbai by IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet and Akasa Air. From there it is a road transfer to Kushinagar.
Ignore any listing showing Go First or Jet Airways (defunct) or Vistara (merged into Air India).
Straight-line, Mumbai to Kushinagar is about 1,390 km, but since you cannot fly there directly the journey is a flight plus a drive. Mumbai–Varanasi non-stop is roughly 2h–2h 15m; Mumbai–Lucknow is similar. Both cities are on IST, so no time change.
From Varanasi, Kushinagar is about 150 km by road (3.5–4.5 hours). From Lucknow it is farther, around 270 km (5–6 hours), so Varanasi is usually the better choice for the shorter onward drive — though Gorakhpur (GOP), the closest airport to Kushinagar at about 50 km, is worth checking if you can connect to it.
Book the Mumbai–Varanasi or Mumbai–Lucknow leg 3–6 weeks ahead for the best fare. Pilgrim and tourist season around the Buddhist circuit lifts demand in the cooler months.
| Period | Demand | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Oct–Mar (Buddhist circuit peak, cool weather) | High | Pilgrim season; book flights and hotels early |
| Apr–Jun (hot summer) | Lower | Cheaper, but very hot for sightseeing |
| Jul–Sep (monsoon) | Lower–Moderate | Rain can slow the road leg; cheaper fares |
| Buddha Purnima & year-end | Peak | Fares and crowds rise; book well ahead |
We do not quote a specific rupee fare here — flight prices to Varanasi and Lucknow move constantly, so check the live fare before booking.
To keep the cost down:
Take a morning flight from Mumbai so you land at Varanasi with the afternoon free for the road transfer to Kushinagar in daylight. Arriving early also leaves slack if the flight is delayed. Avoid late-evening arrivals into Varanasi, as a 3.5–4.5 hour night drive to Kushinagar is best avoided.
Pilgrims and groups: Fly into Varanasi and arrange a pre-booked vehicle for the group to Kushinagar; many tour operators bundle the Buddhist circuit (Sarnath, Bodh Gaya, Kushinagar, Lumbini).
Families: Choose Varanasi for the shorter drive, take a morning flight, and break the road journey if travelling with elders or children.
Budget travellers: Compare all three nearby airports, travel light, and use shared transport for the onward leg. Honestly, this is a multi-leg trip — plan a full day for the journey.
Mumbai (BOM): IndiGo, SpiceJet and Akasa depart from Terminal 1; Air India and Air India Express use Terminal 2. The terminals are about 4 km apart with a free shuttle — confirm yours before leaving home.
Varanasi (VNS): Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, about 26 km from the city, with a single integrated terminal handling domestic and limited international flights.
Kushinagar (KBK): A single-terminal international airport that is currently not served by scheduled commercial flights. Treat it as a future option, not a current one, and plan around Varanasi or Gorakhpur instead.
In Mumbai: App-cabs, the metro and prepaid taxis serve T1 and T2. Allow for traffic, particularly at peak hours.
From Varanasi to Kushinagar: Pre-book a taxi or use a tour operator's vehicle for the ~150 km drive (3.5–4.5 hours). The road passes through Gorakhpur. Shared cabs and buses exist but are slower; for comfort and timing, a private vehicle is best, especially for groups.
Domestic economy fares to Varanasi or Lucknow typically include 15 kg checked plus a 7 kg cabin bag, varying by fare and airline. Confirm your allowance — see IndiGo baggage. Since the onward leg is by road, pack so your luggage is easy to load into a car for the transfer.
The Buddhist circuit is best visited October to March, when the weather is cool and comfortable for both flying and the road journey. Summers (April–June) are very hot across eastern Uttar Pradesh; monsoon (July–September) can slow the road leg with rain. Winter mornings can bring fog around Varanasi and Gorakhpur, which occasionally delays flights — keep buffer time.
No special permit is needed — a government photo ID covers this domestic journey.
Do not search for a Mumbai–Kushinagar flight expecting a direct service; there isn't one. Book Mumbai–Varanasi (shorter onward drive than Lucknow), take a morning departure, and pre-arrange your road transfer so you reach Kushinagar in daylight. If a Gorakhpur connection appears, it lands you closest of all.
No. Kushinagar International Airport has had no scheduled commercial flights since November 2023. The practical route is Mumbai to Varanasi or Lucknow, then by road.
Fly Mumbai to Varanasi (about 2h–2h 15m), then drive roughly 150 km (3.5–4.5 hours) to Kushinagar. Varanasi gives the shortest onward drive of the well-connected airports.
Gorakhpur (GOP) is closest, about 50 km away, but has limited Mumbai connectivity. Varanasi (about 150 km) is the most reliably connected gateway from Mumbai.
IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet and Akasa Air all serve these sectors from Mumbai. Go First and Jet Airways are defunct, and Vistara has merged into Air India.
It was inaugurated in 2021 for Buddhist-circuit tourism but scheduled services were withdrawn by November 2023. New connections are being discussed under the UDAN scheme, but nothing reliable is confirmed for now.
IndiGo, SpiceJet and Akasa use Terminal 1; Air India and Air India Express use Terminal 2. The terminals are about 4 km apart with a free shuttle.
About 150 km, taking 3.5–4.5 hours by car via Gorakhpur. From Lucknow it is longer at around 270 km (5–6 hours).
Domestic economy usually includes 15 kg checked plus a 7 kg cabin bag, varying by fare and airline. See IndiGo baggage at /airlines/indigo/baggage.
Yes. Under DGCA rules, if the airline cancels your Mumbai–Varanasi or Mumbai–Lucknow flight, you can claim a full refund of fare and taxes or a free alternative flight.
Yes. Winter fog around Varanasi and Gorakhpur can delay morning flights, and monsoon rain (July–September) can slow the road leg. Keep buffer time in both seasons.
No special permit is needed. A valid government photo ID is enough for this domestic journey to Varanasi or Lucknow and onward by road.
Yes. Web check-in for the Mumbai–Varanasi or Mumbai–Lucknow flight usually opens 48 hours before departure and closes 1–2 hours before.
Infants under two travel as lap passengers on a reduced fare with valid ID. Pets are allowed by some carriers subject to size, health and booking rules, but not on every flight — confirm with the operating airline.
October to March is ideal — cool weather suits both flying and the road journey. Buddha Purnima and year-end are peak for the Buddhist circuit, so book early.
Booking the flight direct on the airline's website is best for changes and refunds and often matches OTA prices. Arrange the road transfer separately with a reputable local operator.
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