Flying from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
Varanasi's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Mangalore.
To ensure you catch your IXE to VNS flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Mangalore Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between IXE and VNS include:
Kempegowda International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Pune Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Mangalore Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight is $104. A return ticket right now is $210. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from IXE to VNS, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Mangalore Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Mangalore Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.
Handy information about Mangalore Airport (IXE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Mangalore Airport, 60.6% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Mangalore to Mangalore Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking an early flight from Mangalore Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to IXE:
Arriving at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Mangalore Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. Book 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 the centre of Varanasi. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The quietest month for a flight from Mangalore Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Varanasi based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Mangalore Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Varanasi, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IXE to VNS sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Kanpur is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen Varanasi. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.
Lucknow is another standout destination in India and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Varanasi. No trip is complete without a visit to Bara Imambara main gate, Chota Imambara and Rumi Darwaza.