Travelling from Dubai to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): What you need to know
Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is located in Varanasi. The city is in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Dubai.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Dubai to VNS.
Popular months like January or other peak seasons mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to VNS. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dubai International Airport (DXB). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Located around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Dubai International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Dubai International Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can get to DWC from the centre of Dubai in approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Dubai to VNS flight? Check in to a hotel near Al Maktoum International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
71% of flights leaving Al Maktoum International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
Reserve a hotel close to VNS if you're catching a late flight from Dubai to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Getting from Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to central Varanasi
Central Varanasi is around 26 kms (16 miles) from Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is £120. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £274. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Dubai to VNS, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Affordable Dubai to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
February is when most people book flights from Dubai to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS). Plan your visit to Varanasi in January if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book a Dubai to VNS plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Varanasi to range from 26ºC to 44ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 10ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Varanasi
After booking your flight from Dubai to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Varanasi:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Kashi Vishwanath mandir, Ganga River and Varanasi are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Varanasi itinerary.
Explore more of India
Kanpur is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen Varanasi. Around 274 kms (170 miles) away to the northwest, top sights here include ISKCON Kanpur, Sri Sri Radha Madhav Temple, SHREE JAGANNATH TEMPLE and Jaggannath Ji Temple.
Around 241 kms (150 miles) northwest of Varanasi, Lucknow is another favourite stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at ImamBada, Victoria Memorial and Jama Masjid.