Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
Varanasi is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Jeddah and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you get on your JED to VNS flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between JED and VNS:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight is £89. A return fare right now is £221. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JED to VNS if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.
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Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
King Abdulaziz International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from JED make it to their destination as scheduled 81.7% of the time.
Central Jeddah to King Abdulaziz International Airport is around 12 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Booked an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to JED:
Arriving at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
If you're arriving on a late King Abdulaziz International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near VNS:
Getting from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to central Varanasi
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to central Varanasi has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 15 miles away.
When to fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Varanasi. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport for May if you want to visit Varanasi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from JED to VNS sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've visited Varanasi, now it's time to explore more of India. Journey around 180 miles north-west to Kanpur to tick off its popular sights. From Allen Forest Zoo to J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church, your itinerary will be busy.
Lucknow is another standout destination in India and is around 160 miles north-west of Varanasi. No journey is complete without experiencing Bara Imambara main gate, Chota Imambara and Rumi Darwaza.