Traveling from Veer Surendra Sai Airport (JRG) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
Varanasi's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Jharsuguda.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JRG to VNS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Veer Surendra Sai Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between JRG and VNS:
Kempegowda International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Veer Surendra Sai Airport (JRG) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Veer Surendra Sai Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight is $82. A return plane ticket right now is $239. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from JRG to VNS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Veer Surendra Sai Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from JRG to VNS.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Veer Surendra Sai Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Veer Surendra Sai Airport (JRG)
To reach Veer Surendra Sai Airport from central Jharsuguda, it takes around 25 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near JRG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Veer Surendra Sai Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Veer Surendra Sai Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near VNS instead:
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 kilometers away.
When to fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The quietest month for a flight from Veer Surendra Sai Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal 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). Lock in your flights from Veer Surendra Sai 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 (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from JRG to VNS around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Kanpur is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored after you've seen Varanasi. Around 290 kilometers away to the north-west, top sights here include Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in India, head for Lucknow, about 257 kilometers north-west of Varanasi. Bara Imambara main gate, Chota Imambara and Rumi Darwaza are among the biggest draws.
