Travelling from Nairobi to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR): What you need to know
Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport is located in Bengaluru. The city operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone and is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Nairobi.
To ensure you catch your flight from Nairobi to BLR, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Nairobi to BLR. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Nairobi to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 62% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in around 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 10 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Nairobi Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to BLR flight:
Nairobi Wilson Airport has an on-time performance rate of 72%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that depart from this airport land on time.
About Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Nairobi to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BLR instead:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Nairobi to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport flight.
You'll find BLR at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
Getting from Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to central Bengaluru
Central Bengaluru is around 40 kilometres from Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport and takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Right now, ₹ 19,829 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 36,840. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Nairobi to BLR, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
December is the quietest month for flights from Nairobi to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), while February is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Bengaluru based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Nairobi to BLR plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Bengaluru, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 36ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Nairobi to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC and 29ºC.
More about Bengaluru
Start your Bengaluru trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Nairobi to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Your Bengaluru trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that should be on your list include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Explore more of India
Chennai is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored after you've seen Bengaluru. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Marina Beach.
Coimbatore is another standout destination in India and is around 257 kilometres south of Bengaluru. No journey is complete without visiting Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple.
