Travelling from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Varanasi Airport (VNS): what you need to know
Varanasi is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Abu Dhabi and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Your AUH to VNS flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Zayed International Airport to Varanasi Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AUH and VNS:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Mumbai Airport
Bengaluru Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Zayed International Airport to Varanasi Airport flight is 103 €. A return ticket right now is 287 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from AUH to VNS, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Zayed International Airport to Varanasi Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from AUH to VNS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Zayed International Airport to Varanasi Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Of the flights that depart from Zayed International Airport, 75% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Abu Dhabi to Zayed International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near AUH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Varanasi Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Varanasi Airport (VNS)
If you're coming in on a late Zayed International Airport to Varanasi Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near VNS:
Getting from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to central Varanasi
From Varanasi Airport, Varanasi is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Varanasi Airport (VNS)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Zayed International Airport to Varanasi Airport. November is the most popular month to head to Varanasi. If you like a quieter vibe, go in July.
Book your flight from Zayed International Airport to Varanasi Airport for May if you'd like to explore Varanasi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from AUH to VNS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've visited Varanasi, now it's time to discover more of India. Journey about 290 kilometres north-west to Kanpur to check off its top sights. From ISKCON Kanpur, Sri Sri Radha Madhav Temple to SHREE JAGANNATH TEMPLE and Jaggannath Ji Temple, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Lucknow is another essential stop in India and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Varanasi. No trip is complete without experiencing ImamBada, Victoria Memorial and Jama Masjid.