Travelling from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport take 1 hour 52 minutes. Varanasi and Bhubaneswar share the same timezone (UTC+5:30), meaning you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.
Choose from 39 weekly flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. The 09:50 departure with IndiGo is the earliest flight available from BBI to VNS. IndiGo operates the last service of the day at 19:50 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
IndiGo is your gateway to exploring Varanasi (and perhaps some other exciting parts of India!). Check out the direct flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between BBI and VNS:
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
No need to bring your passport or a visa to travel within India. You will need a valid identity document however, such as a driver's license or an ID card. Add them to your packing list after booking your cheap ticket from BBI to VNS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
₹ 5,568 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 10,211. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To snag cheap flight tickets from BBI to VNS, book your trip 8 months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
Biju Patnaik International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Bhubaneswar. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near BBI. Whether you're on an early flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
If you're on a late flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near VNS:
Getting from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to central Varanasi
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Varanasi. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 36 minutes.
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 most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Varanasi based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport for May if you'd like to visit Varanasi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 43ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from BBI to VNS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Varanasi
As soon as you've booked your flights from BBI to VNS, you'll want to find a hotel in Varanasi. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Sarnath, Assi Ghat and Manikarnika Ghat are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Varanasi itinerary.
Complete your Varanasi trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, check out our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Varanasi stay.