Flying from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport (ELQ) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR): what you need to know
The timezone in Bengaluru is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Gassim.
To ensure you catch your ELQ to BLR flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Kempegowda International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ELQ and BLR include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport (ELQ) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Right now, $195 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $533. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ELQ to BLR if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Kempegowda International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from ELQ to BLR.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Kempegowda International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport (ELQ)
91.0% of flights departing from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from ELQ.
To get to Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport from central Gassim, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Arriving at Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Reserve a hotel close to BLR if you're on a late Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway 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.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Kempegowda International Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to central Bengaluru
BLR is located at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
From Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
August is the most popular month for flights from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Kempegowda International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Bengaluru in April.
When reserving your flight from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Kempegowda International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Bengaluru, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ELQ to BLR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've visited Bengaluru, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Journey around 290 kilometres east to Chennai to check off its leading attractions. From Marina Beach to Fort St. George and Government Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
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