Travelling from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Velana International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport.
The timezone in Bengaluru is UTC+5:30, which is 30 minutes ahead of Malé.
You can choose from 16 weekly Velana International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MLE to BLR flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
With direct flights from Velana International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport available through various airlines, getting to Bengaluru (and then other corners of India) is a snap. You can fly nonstop with:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is IndiGo.
IndiGo ranks as the leading on-time carrier for MLE to BLR flights, with 80.0% of services landing as scheduled.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Velana International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MLE and BLR:
Trivandrum International Airport
Bandaranaike International Airport
Cochin International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Velana International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flight is RM668. A return plane ticket is currently RM1,083. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MLE to BLR.
The cheapest month for flights from Velana International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Snapping up cheap flights from MLE to BLR is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Velana International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
77.73% of flights departing from Velana International Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Velana International Airport from central Malé, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from Velana International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near MLE:
Arriving at Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
If you're coming in on a late Velana International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near BLR:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Kempegowda International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Fox - Rent A Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bengaluru and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Kempegowda International Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Velana International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Bengaluru. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Velana International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport for April if you'd like to go to Bengaluru during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MLE to BLR sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've visited Bengaluru, now it's time to discover more of India. Journey about 290 kilometres east to Chennai to tick off its leading sights. From Marina Beach to Fort St. George and Government Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 467 kilometres south of Bengaluru, Tirunelveli is another essential stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.