Flying from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
A direct flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport takes 2 hours 14 minutes, on average. Varanasi's timezone is UTC+5:30 — identical to Mumbai.
There are 252 flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport weekly. Get the 07:50 flight if you want to set off as early as possible. If you're keen to get the most out of your day, the latest flight from BOM to VNS is at 22:10.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Varanasi (and then discovering more of India!) is easy with IndiGo. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.
If you want to break up your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the BOM - VNS route are:
Ahmedabad Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Once you've found cheap ticket from BOM to VNS, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't needed as you're travelling within India. As long as you have some other identity document, like a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
Arriving at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
If you're on a late flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near VNS:
Handy information about Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Mumbai, Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport can be reached in approximately 38 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 9 minutes.
Have an early flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BOM:
More about Varanasi
Start your Varanasi trip right by finding a fantastic place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from BOM to VNS, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Sarnath and Assi Ghat are a couple of big attractions to put on your Varanasi itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Manikarnika Ghat.
Getting from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to central Varanasi
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to central Varanasi takes about 36 minutes in a car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Complete your Varanasi trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Varanasi.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is $81. The cheapest price for a return flight is $177. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get flight tickets from BOM to VNS by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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When to fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Varanasi in April.
The warmest month in Varanasi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26 ºC and 43 ºC. Lock in your flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for flight tickets from BOM to VNS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10 ºC and 25 ºC on average.