Flying from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR): what you need to know
Around 3 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Bagdogra Airport to Kempegowda International Airport.
Bagdogra and Bengaluru share the UTC+5:30 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Each week, there are 333 Bagdogra Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flights. If you want to get going early, take the 08:40 Air India Express flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 16:15 with SpiceJet.
To ensure you get on your IXB to BLR flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
With direct flights from Bagdogra Airport to Kempegowda International Airport available through various airlines, getting to Bengaluru (and then other corners of India) is easy. You can fly nonstop with:
Most travellers choose to fly with IndiGo on this route.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier operating IXB to BLR flights, with 72.13% of its services arriving as planned.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bagdogra Airport to Kempegowda International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between IXB and BLR include:
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Chennai Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Currently, £39 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bagdogra Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £75. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book five months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IXB to BLR.
The cheapest month for flights from Bagdogra Airport to Kempegowda International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from IXB to BLR.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bagdogra Airport to Kempegowda International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
73.66% of flights departing from Bagdogra Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Bagdogra Airport is about 3 miles from central Bagdogra. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near IXB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bagdogra Airport to Kempegowda International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
If you're coming in on a late Bagdogra Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near BLR:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Kempegowda International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Fox - Rent A Car and find adventure across Bengaluru and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Kempegowda International Airport about four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to central Bengaluru
The street address for BLR is Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
Kempegowda International Airport is approximately 20 miles from the centre of Bengaluru. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Bagdogra Airport to Kempegowda International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Bengaluru. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Bengaluru is April, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Bagdogra Airport to Kempegowda International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IXB to BLR in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be discovered. About 180 miles east of Bengaluru, a trip to Chennai will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.
Tirunelveli is another essential stop in India and is around 290 miles south of Bengaluru. No journey is complete without visiting Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.