Travelling from Tokyo to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS): what you need to know
Tokyo is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Tokyo to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) leaving from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is located in Varanasi. The city operates in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is 3 hours 30 minutes behind Tokyo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Tokyo to VNS.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Whether you'd like to visit a new place on the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options leaving from Haneda Airport (HND), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is a stop you can make on your flight from Tokyo to VNS.
From the centre of Tokyo, HND is approximately 16 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Haneda Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Tokyo to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Driving from central Tokyo to NRT generally takes 58 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's roughly 64 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Tokyo to VNS? Kick back in a hotel near Narita International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tokyo to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options 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 Tokyo to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is C$469. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$722. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find flight tickets from Tokyo to VNS, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Tokyo to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Tokyo to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Varanasi, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Varanasi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 43ºC. Book your flights from Tokyo to VNS in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Tokyo to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 25ºC.
More about Varanasi
Start your Varanasi trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Varanasi is to visit its top attractions. Highlights include Sarnath, Assi Ghat and Manikarnika Ghat.
Complete your Varanasi trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Tokyo to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Varanasi. Browse the exclusive deals and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.