Travelling from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS). Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the main airports in Dubai.
Varanasi is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Dubai. Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is located in Varanasi, which is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Dubai to VNS.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to VNS. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dubai Airport (DXB). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
DXB is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
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74.31% of flights that depart Dubai Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
On public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in about 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to VNS flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 56.64%.
About Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near VNS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is 98 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 199 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Dubai to VNS if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
April is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS), while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Varanasi based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Varanasi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Lock in your Dubai to VNS plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Varanasi
Start your Varanasi trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Dubai to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Kashi Vishwanath mandir and I ️️ Banaras are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Varanasi must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to The holy Ganga (पावन गंगा).
Explore more of India
Kanpur is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Varanasi. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include ISKCON Kanpur, Sri Sri Radha Madhav Temple, Jagannath Temple and Shree Somnath Mandir.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in India, head for Lucknow, roughly 241 kilometres north-west of Varanasi. ImamBada, Sultan Palace and Victoria Memorial are the start of reasons to visit.
