Flying from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
Varanasi's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Bagdogra.
To ensure you catch your IXB to VNS flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bagdogra Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between IXB and VNS:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bagdogra Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight is 48 €. A return fare right now is 92 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from IXB to VNS, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Bagdogra Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
When it comes to Bagdogra Airport's on-time performance, 73.66% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Bagdogra to Bagdogra Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bagdogra Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near IXB:
Arriving at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
If you're landing on a late Bagdogra Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels 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 drive to the centre.
When to fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The quietest month for a flight from Bagdogra Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Varanasi based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Varanasi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Book your flights from Bagdogra Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IXB to VNS in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've seen Varanasi, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey around 290 kilometres north-west to Kanpur to tick off its popular sights. From Allen Forest Zoo to J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Lucknow is another sought-after destination in India and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Varanasi. No trip is complete without experiencing Bara Imambara main gate, Chota Imambara and Rumi Darwaza.