Varanasi Airport (VNS) — Live Departures Today
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport — VNS has heavy seasonal surges during Diwali, Makar Sankranti, and the Kumbh Mela cycle (pilgrimage traffic from across India and abroad). Buddhist circuit tourism (Sarnath) drives international charters.
Enter the flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) on our flight-status search:
Search Flight Status →Airlines departing from Varanasi Airport
| Airline | Terminal (departure) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 6E | Terminal 1 | IndiGo operates the largest schedule from VNS — Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune, Ahmedabad, plus Shar |
| SG | Terminal 1 | SpiceJet operates domestic routes from Varanasi. |
| QP | Terminal 1 | Akasa Air operates select domestic flights from VNS. |
| AI | Terminal 1 | Air India operates domestic and seasonal international flights from VNS. |
Tracking Varanasi airport departures
For real-time Varanasi airport departure status, the most accurate source is the official airport's display or your operating airline's website/app. Live departures data on this page refreshes every 60–90 seconds from ATC + airline systems.
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Varanasi: 2 hours before for domestic flights, 3 hours before for international. Web check-in opens 48 hours before departure on most Indian carriers and closes 1–2 hours before. Skip airport check-in queues by doing web check-in OR adding HappyFares Web Check-In Assist (₹349/passenger) — we handle it for you and send the boarding pass via WhatsApp.
Varanasi airport note: VNS has heavy seasonal surges during Diwali, Makar Sankranti, and the Kumbh Mela cycle (pilgrimage traffic from across India and abroad). Buddhist circuit tourism (Sarnath) drives international charters.
Getting to Varanasi airport: No metro. VNS is 26 km from Dashashwamedh Ghat / Varanasi city — 45–60 min by taxi (₹400–₹600).
Frequently asked questions
How do I check live departure status at Varanasi airport?
Enter your flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) in the flight-status search on this page. Live data updates every 60–90 seconds from ATC and airline operations systems. Alternatively, the operating airline's app or website typically has the most accurate real-time information. For VNS-specific live screens, visit the airport's official website or use the airport-information displays in the terminal.
How many airlines operate from Varanasi airport?
Approximately 4+ airlines operate scheduled flights from Varanasi airport (VNS), including major Indian carriers like IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, plus international airlines on Gulf, Southeast Asia, and Europe/North America routes where applicable.
Does Varanasi airport have multiple terminals?
Varanasi airport (VNS) operates a single integrated terminal handling both domestic and international flights. No risk of terminal confusion.
How early should I arrive at Varanasi airport before a flight?
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Varanasi (VNS): 2 hours before for domestic flights and 3 hours before for international flights. During festive peaks (Diwali, Christmas-New Year) and Friday/Sunday evenings, add another 30 minutes. Web check-in (opens 48 hours before, closes 1-2 hours before) lets you skip check-in queues at the airport.
What is the IATA code for Varanasi airport?
Varanasi airport's IATA code is VNS. The full official airport name is Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. Use this code when booking, tracking, or referring to the airport in flight schedules and itineraries.
How do I get to Varanasi airport from the city?
No metro. VNS is 26 km from Dashashwamedh Ghat / Varanasi city — 45–60 min by taxi (₹400–₹600).
How early does web check-in open at Varanasi airport?
Web check-in on most Indian airlines opens 48 hours before departure and closes 60-90 minutes before for domestic flights, 60-120 minutes before for international flights. IndiGo web check-in opens at 48h. Air India: 48h web check-in window. SpiceJet: 48h. Always confirm specific airline cut-offs by clicking the airline name above.
Last updated: 27 May 2026. Live status data refreshes every 60–90 seconds.