Travelling from Salem Airport (SXV) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Salem Airport to Kempegowda International Airport is 1 hour.
Bengaluru's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Salem.
Flights from SXV to BLR start from 11:05 — the earliest with IndiGo. The last departure is at 17:25 with Alliance Air. Overall, you can take your pick of 103 weekly Salem Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your SXV to BLR flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Flying into Bengaluru (and then seeing more of India!) is a cinch with IndiGo. This popular carrier has direct flights from Salem Airport to Kempegowda International Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with IndiGo on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers SXV to BLR flights is IndiGo. Its services arrive as planned 79.41% of the time.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Salem Airport to Kempegowda International Airport. Many travellers pass through Chennai Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salem Airport (SXV) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Currently, ₹ 1,128 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Salem Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 2,256. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from SXV to BLR, book your journey five months ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Salem Airport to Kempegowda International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Salem Airport (SXV)
Salem Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80.0% of flights that depart SXV arrive at their destination on time.
Central Salem to Salem Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Salem Airport to Kempegowda International Airport, have a look at SD Residency. It's a short drive from SXV.
Arriving at Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Salem Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BLR instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Kempegowda International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Fox - Rent A Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bengaluru and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Kempegowda International Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to central Bengaluru
BLR is located at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
Kempegowda International Airport to the centre of Bengaluru has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Salem Airport to Kempegowda International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Bengaluru. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Salem Airport to Kempegowda International Airport for April if you'd like to explore Bengaluru during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 36ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SXV to BLR in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC on average.
Explore more of India
You've done Bengaluru, now it's time to discover more of India. Travel about 290 kilometres east to Chennai to check off its leading attractions. From Marina Beach to Fort St. George and Government Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 467 kilometres south of Bengaluru, Tirunelveli is another essential stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.
