Flying from Gaggal Airport (DHM) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
Varanasi's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Dharamsala.
Your DHM to VNS flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you want to check out another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Gaggal Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Indira Gandhi International Airport is a popular stop between DHM and VNS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gaggal Airport (DHM) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
R 1,687 is the lowest price for a one-way Gaggal Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 3,695. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DHM to VNS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Gaggal Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Gaggal Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Gaggal Airport (DHM)
Gaggal Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 86.02% of flights that take off from DHM reach their destination without delay.
To get to Gaggal Airport from central Dharamsala, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Gaggal Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near DHM:
Arriving at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
Book a hotel close to VNS if you're catching a late Gaggal Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
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 work out your travel dates for your flight from Gaggal Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Varanasi. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Gaggal Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport for May if you want to visit Varanasi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DHM to VNS around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
You've seen Varanasi, now it's time to discover more of India. Travel around 290 kilometres north-west to Kanpur to check off its top attractions. From Allen Forest Zoo to J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in India, consider Lucknow, about 257 kilometres north-west of Varanasi. Bara Imambara main gate, Chota Imambara and Rumi Darwaza are highlights.