Flying from Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to Varanasi Airport (VNS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Bengaluru Airport to Varanasi Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
Bengaluru and Varanasi share the UTC+5:30 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
There are 52 Bengaluru Airport to Varanasi Airport flights each week.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BLR to VNS flight.
During popular months like November, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Bengaluru Airport to Varanasi Airport, so getting to Varanasi (and then seeing more of India!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to fly with IndiGo on this route.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier that offers BLR to VNS flights, with 71.19% of its services landing on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bengaluru Airport to Varanasi Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between BLR and VNS:
Mumbai Airport
Hyderabad Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)
Right now, 64 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bengaluru Airport to Varanasi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 119 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BLR to VNS.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Bengaluru Airport to Varanasi Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BLR to VNS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about Bengaluru Airport (BLR)
BLR's address is Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
When it comes to Bengaluru Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71% of flights complete their journey on time.
Bengaluru Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Bengaluru. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Bengaluru Airport to Varanasi Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BLR:
Arriving at Varanasi Airport (VNS)
Reserve a hotel near VNS if you have a late Bengaluru Airport to Varanasi Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
When to fly to Varanasi Airport (VNS)
The quietest month for a flight from Bengaluru Airport to Varanasi Airport is July, while November is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Varanasi based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Varanasi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your flights from Bengaluru Airport to Varanasi Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BLR to VNS in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Kanpur is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored after you've seen Varanasi. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include ISKCON Kanpur, Sri Sri Radha Madhav Temple, SHREE JAGANNATH TEMPLE and Jaggannath Ji Temple.
Lucknow is another standout destination in India and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Varanasi. No trip is complete without a visit to ImamBada, Victoria Memorial and Jama Masjid.