Flying from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.
Varanasi and Hyderabad are in the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
Take your pick of 107 weekly Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flights. The 07:30 departure with Air India Express is the earliest you can take. IndiGo operates the latest service of the day at 22:20.
Your VNS to HYD flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. When you're ready to start your Hyderabad holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of India:
Most travellers choose to fly with IndiGo on this route.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier that operates VNS to HYD flights, with 65.57% of its services reaching their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
At the moment, ر.ق. 144 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 305. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from VNS to HYD by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
55.22% of flights departing from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Varanasi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to VNS:
Arriving at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HYD if you have a late Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport rental car and check out destinations off the typical tourist track. Europcar and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Hyderabad and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to central Hyderabad has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Hyderabad in April.
Before locking in your flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Hyderabad, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 40ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC. Look for cheap tickets from VNS to HYD sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've done Hyderabad, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Travel around 418 kilometres north to Nagpur to tick off its leading attractions. From Ambazari Lake and Garden to Raman Science Centre and Walkers Street Seminary Hills, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Nowrangapur is another well-known destination in India and is around 483 kilometres north-east of Hyderabad. No trip is complete without seeing Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir.