Travelling from Istanbul to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): What you need to know
The timezone in Varanasi is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul. Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is located in Varanasi.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to VNS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to discover a new place or just take a break during your travels. When looking for a cheap flight from Istanbul to VNS, deselect 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is one option when you're setting off from Istanbul Airport (IST).
Located around 40 kms (25 miles) from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Istanbul Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can arrive at SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to VNS flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
About Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near VNS and shut your eyes sooner:
Getting from Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to central Varanasi
Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is around 26 kms (16 miles) from the centre of Varanasi. It takes around 35 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
Currently, £172 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £455. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Istanbul to VNS, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Cheap Istanbul to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
September is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS), while February is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Varanasi based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Istanbul to VNS plane 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 to 43ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport in January when temperatures are between 10ºC and 25ºC.
More about Varanasi
Start your Varanasi trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Varanasi Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Varanasi when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Kashi Vishwanath mandir followed by Ganga River and Varanasi.
Explore more of India
Kanpur is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of 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 Shree Somnath Mandir.
Around 241 kms (150 miles) northwest of Varanasi, Lucknow is another essential stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out ImamBada, Sultan Palace and Jama Masjid.
