Travelling from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Riyadh two hours 30 minutes behind Varanasi.
Your VNS to RUH flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Right now, Rs43,569 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs89,444. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from VNS to RUH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
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Handy information about Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
55.22% of flights leaving from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Varanasi to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to VNS? If you're catching an early flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
If you're arriving on a late Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near RUH:
Grab a King Khaled International Airport rental car and discover Riyadh and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Final Rentals are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport to the centre of Riyadh has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Riyadh. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to King Khaled International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Riyadh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 44ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap tickets from VNS to RUH around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dammam is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Riyadh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Want to visit Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park? Then set off for Al Kharj. Another notable stop in Saudi Arabia, it's located roughly 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh.