The city remains well connected by air to all important cities of India like Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata. Jet Airways, Kingfisher Airlines, Indian Airways and SpiceJet are some of the major flight operators who offer their services from here. It is also accessible from all the major Indian cities and tourist spots. Here, many regular domestic flights are available to and from important cities of India. The daily flights operating on the Delhi-Agra-Khajuraho-Varanasi route are the most popular among the tourists coming to India.
Location of Varanasi Airport
Varanasi Airport is placed at a distance of 18 km from the city center of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. This airport covers an area of 582.5 Acres and has an elevation of 262 feet.
How to Reach Varanasi Airport
Varanasi airport is reachable from the city by public transport like autorickshaws, taxis and local buses. One can also hire private cars on rent. It is advisable that you reach the international terminal at least 3 hours before the flight departure to complete all necessary formalities in time.
Domestic Airlines at Varanasi Airport:
• Jet Airways (Delhi and Khajuraho)
• Indian Airlines (Delhi, Khajuraho, Lucknow, Mumbai)
• SpiceJet (Delhi, Mumbai)
• Kingfisher Airlines (Delhi, Kolkata)
International Airlines at Varanasi Airport:
• Indian Airlines (Kathmandu)
• Mihin Lanka (Colombo)
• Thai Airways International (Bangkok - seasonal)
• Jet Airways (Bangkok - seasonal)
Passenger Facilities offered at the airport:
• Baggage Trolleys
• Assistance for challenged/aged/infirm
• Assistance to physically
• Free Medical Care
• Wheel Chair
• Telephone Security Hold Area (only for local calls)
Finding accommodation in the areas located near the airport isn’t that difficult. There are many airport hotels situated near the Varanasi Airport. Some of such airport hotels include Hotel Ashok, Hindustan International, Best Western Kashika, Tourist Bunglow, Hotel Tal, Clarks Hotel, Pallavi International, Hotel de Paris, Padmini International, and Hotel India.
About Varanasi:
Varanasi is often termed as the “Oldest Holy city of India”. It is more than 3000 years old and is also known as the ‘City of temples’. This city has got a rich cultural hangover that makes it a favorite place among the travelers and tourists coming for pilgrimage. It is also known by the name of Kashi and Benaras. Popular assets of the city are its fine-quality silks, Benares Hindu University and Banarasi 'paan'(traditional Indian betel leaf with areca nut and slaked lime paste).
