Travelling from Bangkok to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
Bangkok is home to two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Bangkok to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is located in Varanasi. The city operates in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is 1 hour 30 minutes behind Bangkok.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Bangkok to VNS. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from Bangkok to VNS leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
BKK is approximately 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Need a handy hotel near Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Bangkok to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can reach DMK from the centre of Bangkok in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes to travel the 27 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your flight from Bangkok to VNS:
About Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bangkok to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels 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 36 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
131 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. Return flights start from 268 €. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Bangkok to VNS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Bangkok to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Bangkok to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. Simply select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Bangkok to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Varanasi, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Varanasi is May, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 43ºC. Book your flights from Bangkok to VNS in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from Bangkok to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Varanasi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Varanasi right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Bangkok to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Varanasi is to explore its top attractions. Some highlights include Sarnath, Assi Ghat and Manikarnika Ghat.
Complete your Varanasi trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Bangkok to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Browse our car rentals in Varanasi and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.