Flying from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Varanasi's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Bhubaneswar.
Each week, there are 39 Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off early, pick the 09:50 IndiGo flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 17:35 with IndiGo.
To ensure you get on your BBI to VNS flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
IndiGo is your gateway to exploring Varanasi (and maybe even some other exciting corners of India!). Browse the direct flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
IndiGo tops the list for bookings on this route.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier operating BBI to VNS flights, with 74.29% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BBI and VNS:
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
At the moment, $97 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $190. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from BBI to VNS, reserve your trip five months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from BBI to VNS.
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Handy information about Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
68.08% of flights that leave from Biju Patnaik International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Biju Patnaik International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Bhubaneswar. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near BBI:
Arriving at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
If you're coming in on a late Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near VNS:
Getting from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to central Varanasi
From Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The quietest month for a flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Varanasi based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Varanasi, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BBI to VNS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Kanpur is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Varanasi. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in India, head for Lucknow, roughly 257 kilometres north-west of Varanasi. Bara Imambara main gate, Chota Imambara and Rumi Darwaza are key reasons to visit.