Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR): What you need to know
The timezone in Bengaluru is UTC+5:30, which is eight hours 30 minutes ahead of Rio de Janeiro. Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport is located in Bengaluru.
To ensure you catch your flight from Rio de Janeiro to BLR, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as January and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to BLR. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Rio de Janeiro to GIG takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
SDU is about 5 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Rio de Janeiro to BLR flight? Unwind in a hotel near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 79%.
About Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Book a hotel close to BLR if you have a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Travel at your own pace with a Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Fox - Rent A Car and see more of Bengaluru and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around four weeks in advance of your Rio de Janeiro to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport flight.
BLR is located at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
Getting from Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to central Bengaluru
From Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport, central Bengaluru is around 40 kilometres away. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Currently, $1,278 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,873. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to BLR, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Rio de Janeiro to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. October is the quietest month to go to Bengaluru. December is when most people book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Rio de Janeiro to BLR plane ticket departing in April if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bengaluru to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Bengaluru
Start your Bengaluru trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Bengaluru when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Meenakshi Temple followed by Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Explore more of India
You've seen Bengaluru, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Journey around 274 kilometres east to Chennai to check off its leading sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 257 kilometres south of Bengaluru, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial.