Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
Varanasi's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Varanasi four hours 30 minutes ahead of Frankfurt.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your FRA to VNS flight.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between FRA and VNS:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
Currently, RM1,467 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM3,132. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from FRA to VNS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from FRA to VNS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Frankfurt Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
67.47% of flights taking off from Frankfurt Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near FRA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
Reserve a hotel near VNS if you're on a late Frankfurt Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to central Varanasi
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of Varanasi. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
July is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Varanasi in April.
When booking your flight from Frankfurt 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).
Look for cheap tickets from FRA to VNS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've visited Varanasi, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey around 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 on the go.
If you want to check out another side of India, consider Lucknow, roughly 257 kilometres north-west of Varanasi. Bara Imambara main gate, Chota Imambara and Rumi Darwaza are highlights.
