Travelling from London to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): What you need to know
When planning your flight from London to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS), you'll have a good range of airports to leave from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
The timezone in Varanasi is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London. Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is located in Varanasi.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from London to VNS.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from London to VNS leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.
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When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Add a stopover to your journey at Ahmedabad Airport (AMD). It's a popular transfer point for flights from London to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) leaving London Gatwick Airport.
You can reach LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
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When it comes to flights staying on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
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Flights that take off from STN arrive at their final stop on schedule 64.73% of the time.
About Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
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How to find the cheapest flights from London to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
At the moment, $404 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,132. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to VNS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from London to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS), while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Varanasi based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a London to VNS flight ticket departing in May if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Varanasi to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport in January when temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
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There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Kashi Vishwanath mandir, I ️️ Banaras and The holy Ganga (पावन गंगा) are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Varanasi itinerary.
Explore more of India
Kanpur is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've seen Varanasi. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include ISKCON Kanpur, Sri Sri Radha Madhav Temple, Jagannath Temple and Shree Somnath Mandir.
Lucknow is another sought-after destination in India and is around 241 kilometres north-west of Varanasi. No trip is complete without visiting ImamBada, Sultan Palace and Victoria Memorial.