LHR
London
United Kingdom
7,375 km
4,582 miles
VNS
Varanasi
India
Distance
7,375 km
4,582 mi / 3,982 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5.5h
Europe/London
Heading
78°
east northeast

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LHR VNS
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport
IATA Code LHR VNS
ICAO Code EGLL VEBN
City London Varanasi
Country United Kingdom India
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 83 ft 270 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 25.450000, 82.860000

London (LHR) to Varanasi (VNS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (VNS) in Varanasi, India is 7,375 kilometers (4,582 miles / 3,982 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with India. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:05 in London, it's 21:35 in Varanasi. The 5.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Varanasi (VNS) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 318° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (VNS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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