Travelling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR): what you need to know
Bengaluru is four hours 30 minutes behind Cairns and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CNS to BLR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairns Airport to Kempegowda International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CNS and BLR:
Narita International Airport
Changi International Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairns Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flight is $486. A round-trip ticket right now is $853. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from CNS to BLR, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Cairns Airport to Kempegowda International Airport.
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Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
71.55% of flights that leave from Cairns Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Cairns to Cairns Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near CNS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cairns Airport to Kempegowda International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
If you're coming in on a late Cairns Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near BLR:
Hit the road running 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.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Kempegowda International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to central Bengaluru
You'll find BLR at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
Kempegowda International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Bengaluru. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes 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 Cairns Airport to Kempegowda International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Bengaluru. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Cairns Airport to Kempegowda International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Bengaluru, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CNS to BLR sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres east of Bengaluru, a visit to Chennai will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.
If you want to check out another major stop in India, head for Tirunelveli, about 467 kilometres south of Bengaluru. Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family are among the biggest draws.