Travelling from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Dubai. Explore your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when reserving your flight from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS).
Varanasi is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of Dubai. Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is located in Varanasi, which operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Dubai to VNS. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
We make it a breeze to find a flight from Dubai to VNS with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DXB and VNS include:
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The distance from central Dubai to DXB is approximately 14 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Dubai Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
On public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 2 hours and 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Dubai to VNS, kick back in one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
About Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
If you have a late flight from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near VNS:
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. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 36 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport from Rs34,592 or travel return from just Rs82,465. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Dubai to VNS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Varanasi, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before booking a flight from Dubai to VNS, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Varanasi, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 43ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 25ºC.
More about Varanasi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Varanasi right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Sarnath, Assi Ghat and Manikarnika Ghat are attractions you won't want to skip in Varanasi.
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