Travelling from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
Varanasi is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Nairobi and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your NBO to VNS flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd love to tour a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is a well-known stop between NBO and VNS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
At the moment, R 5,024 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 9,589. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from NBO to VNS if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
67.1% of flights departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Jomo Kenyatta International Airport from central Nairobi, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near NBO:
Arriving at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
Book a hotel close to VNS if you're taking a late Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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)
The quietest month for a flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Varanasi based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Varanasi, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from NBO to VNS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Kanpur is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored after you've seen Varanasi. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in India, consider Lucknow, about 257 kilometres north-west of Varanasi. Bara Imambara main gate, Chota Imambara and Rumi Darwaza are key reasons to visit.
