Travelling from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
New Delhi and Varanasi share the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
Take your pick of 751 weekly Indira Gandhi International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flights. The 04:45 departure with IndiGo is the earliest flight available. SpiceJet operates the last service of the day at 20:35.
To ensure you get on your DEL to VNS flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, so getting to Varanasi (and then visiting more of India!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to travel with IndiGo on this route.
With an impressive 81.82% of services landing on schedule, Air India has the best on-time record for DEL to VNS flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between DEL and VNS:
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport
Khajuraho Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
Rs9,537 is the best price for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs19,771. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from DEL to VNS by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DEL to VNS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
67.17% of flights departing from Indira Gandhi International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central New Delhi to Indira Gandhi International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near DEL? If you've booked an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near VNS instead:
Getting from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to central Varanasi
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Varanasi. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Varanasi. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport for May if you want to explore Varanasi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 43ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DEL to VNS in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of India
Kanpur is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Varanasi. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.
Around 257 kilometres north-west of Varanasi, Lucknow is another essential stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Bara Imambara main gate, Chota Imambara and Rumi Darwaza.
