Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
Varanasi is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Riyadh and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your RUH to VNS flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between RUH and VNS include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
At the moment, RM513 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM1,173. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from RUH to VNS, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from King Khaled International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from RUH to VNS is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from RUH make it to their destination as scheduled 86.76% of the time.
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to RUH:
Arriving at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a King Khaled International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near VNS instead:
Getting from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to central Varanasi
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central Varanasi. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Varanasi based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Varanasi is May, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Lock in your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from RUH to VNS in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've done Varanasi, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Journey about 290 kilometres north-west to Kanpur to check off its top attractions. From Allen Forest Zoo to J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in India, consider Lucknow, about 257 kilometres north-west of Varanasi. Bara Imambara main gate, Chota Imambara and Rumi Darwaza are among the biggest draws.