Flying from Shillong Airport (SHL) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
Varanasi's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Shillong.
Your SHL to VNS flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Shillong Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is a well-known stop between SHL and VNS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shillong Airport (SHL) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
Right now, ₹ 10,075 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Shillong Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 21,124. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from SHL to VNS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Shillong Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Shillong Airport (SHL)
Shillong Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80.6% of flights that depart SHL arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Shillong to Shillong Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Have an early flight from Shillong Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near SHL:
Arriving at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
If you're coming in on a late Shillong Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near VNS:
Getting from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to central Varanasi
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to central Varanasi has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
When to fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Shillong Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Varanasi in April.
The warmest month in Varanasi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 43ºC. Lock in your flights from Shillong Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SHL to VNS around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
Varanasi has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of India you'll want to see. About 290 kilometres north-west of Varanasi, a trip to Kanpur will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in India, head for Lucknow, roughly 257 kilometres north-west of Varanasi. Bara Imambara main gate, Chota Imambara and Rumi Darwaza are key reasons to visit.