Travelling from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to Pune Airport (PNQ): what you need to know
A direct flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Pune Airport takes an average of 2 hours 5 minutes. Pune's timezone is UTC+5:30 — the same as Varanasi.
You can choose from 23 weekly flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Pune Airport. The 02:40 departure with IndiGo is the earliest flight out between VNS and PNQ. IndiGo operates the last service of the day at 23:55 if you're not into early starts.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
IndiGo is your ticket to exploring Pune (and maybe even some other great corners of India!). Check out the direct flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Pune Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Once you've booked your cheap ticket from VNS to PNQ, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't needed since you're flying within India. As long as you have another identity document, like a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to Pune Airport (PNQ)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Pune Airport is Rs16,354. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs33,112. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flights from VNS to PNQ.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Pune Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Varanasi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 36 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy hotel close to VNS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Pune Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Pune Airport (PNQ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Pune Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near PNQ:
Getting from Pune Airport (PNQ) to central Pune
Pune Airport to the centre of Pune is about 27 minutes in a car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Travelling on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Pune Airport (PNQ)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Pune Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Pune. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Pune Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Pune, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 40ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VNS to PNQ in January. Temperatures average between 15ºC and 31ºC then.
More about Pune
After locking in your flights from VNS to PNQ, you'll need to find a place to stay in Pune. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Shaniwar Wada, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Parvati Hill are top attractions which should feature on any good Pune itinerary.
Complete your Pune trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. After booking your cheap ticket to Pune Airport, check out our car rental offers that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Pune stay.