Flying from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
New Delhi's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Varanasi.
Every week, there are 297 Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, jump on the 06:35 IndiGo flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 22:35 with SpiceJet.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your VNS to DEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, so jetting to New Delhi (and then visiting more of India!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to fly with IndiGo on this route.
SpiceJet ranks as the top on-time carrier for VNS to DEL flights, with 81.25% of its services landing on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Rs9,110 is the best price for a one-way Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs19,338. These fares can change depending on availability.
To get cheap tickets from VNS to DEL, reserve your journey nine months ahead of your departure.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
55.22% of flights that leave from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport from central Varanasi, it takes around 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near VNS:
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Consider staying in a hotel near DEL if you're taking a late Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and explore beyond New Delhi's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Indira Gandhi International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Indira Gandhi International Airport to the centre of New Delhi has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to New Delhi. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in New Delhi, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 43ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from VNS to DEL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of India
New Delhi has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of India you'll want to see. About 3 kilometres west of New Delhi, a visit to Delhi will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Naqqar Khana, Sita ram park and JU Park-2.
If you want to check out another corner of India, head for Kanpur, about 386 kilometres south-east of New Delhi. Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church are the start of reasons to visit.
