Flying from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is 55 minutes.
The timezone in Varanasi is UTC+5:30, which is 17 minutes behind Kathmandu.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your KTM to VNS flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Buddha Air has direct flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Varanasi — and maybe even more of India if you have time.
Buddha Air is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between KTM and VNS:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
R 3,015 is currently the best price for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 5,233. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To secure cheap tickets from KTM to VNS, reserve your trip nine months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from KTM to VNS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
To reach Tribhuvan International Airport from central Kathmandu, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to KTM:
Arriving at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
If you're getting in on a late Tribhuvan International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near VNS:
Getting from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to central Varanasi
From Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Varanasi. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport for May if you want to visit Varanasi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from KTM to VNS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've seen Varanasi, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Journey about 290 kilometres north-west to Kanpur to check off its leading attractions. From Allen Forest Zoo to J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 257 kilometres north-west of Varanasi, Lucknow is another essential stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Bara Imambara main gate, Chota Imambara and Rumi Darwaza.