Flying from Port Blair Airport (IXZ) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
Port Blair and Varanasi follow the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your IXZ to VNS flight.
Travelling during a peak month like October? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Port Blair Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between IXZ and VNS include:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Port Blair Airport (IXZ) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
Currently, Rs20,355 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Port Blair Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs43,470. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from IXZ to VNS, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Port Blair Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from IXZ to VNS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Port Blair Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Port Blair Airport (IXZ)
Of all flights leaving Port Blair Airport, 60.83% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Port Blair Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Port Blair. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to IXZ? If you're catching an early flight from Port Blair Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Port Blair Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. Check in to 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 central Varanasi. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Port Blair Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Varanasi. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Port Blair Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Varanasi, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 43ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IXZ to VNS in January. Average temperatures are between 10ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've seen Varanasi, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Journey about 290 kilometres north-west to Kanpur to check off its must-visit sights. From Allen Forest Zoo to J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in India, consider Lucknow, about 257 kilometres north-west of Varanasi. Bara Imambara main gate, Chota Imambara and Rumi Darwaza are among the biggest draws.