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Kempegowda International Airport

Bangalore, Karnataka

~38 million per year, third busiest in India 2 terminals 2 runways (09L/27R, 09R/27L)
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Terminal Guide

Terminal 1 (T1)
Domestic + International
IndiGo, SpiceJet, Air India, Akasa Air, Vistara, and most domestic carriers. Also handles international flights.
Terminal 2 (T2)
Domestic + International
Opened 2023. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Lufthansa, Air France, KLM, and select premium carriers. Also handles IndiGo international routes.

Getting to/from Bangalore Airport

Taxi / Cab
KIAS taxi counters at Arrivals. Ola/Uber available at designated pickup zones.
⏱ 45–75 min from MG Road/central Bangalore (traffic dependent) ₹ ₹600–1,200
BMTC Vayu Vajra Bus
BMTC's premium Vayu Vajra buses (AC, non-stop) connect the airport to key Bangalore stops: MG Road, Hebbal, Koramangala, Electronic City.
⏱ 45–90 min ₹ ₹220–330
Airport Metro (upcoming)
Namma Metro Purple Line extension to KIA is under construction. Expected completion: 2025–2026.
⏱ TBD ₹ TBD

Airport Facilities

IATA Code
BLR
Annual passengers
~38 million per year, third busiest in India
Runways
2 runways (09L/27R, 09R/27L). Major expansion in progress.

Lounges

Multiple lounges in T1 and T2: Plaza Premium, Encalm Privé (T2, premium), and multiple airline partner lounges. Most credit cards provide lounge access.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the full name of Bangalore airport?

The full name is Kempegowda International Airport, IATA code BLR. It serves Bangalore, Karnataka.

How many terminals does Bangalore airport have?

Kempegowda International Airport has 2 terminals: Terminal 1 (T1), Terminal 2 (T2). Terminal 1 (T1): IndiGo, SpiceJet, Air India, Akasa Air, Vistara, and most domestic carriers. Also handles international flights.. Terminal 2 (T2): Opened 2023. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Lufthansa, Air France, KLM, and select premium carriers. Also handles IndiGo international routes..

How do I get from Bangalore airport to the city?

Taxi / Cab: KIAS taxi counters at Arrivals. Ola/Uber available at designated pickup zones. (approx. 45–75 min from MG Road/central Bangalore (traffic dependent), ₹600–1,200). BMTC Vayu Vajra Bus: BMTC's premium Vayu Vajra buses (AC, non-stop) connect the airport to key Bangalore stops: MG Road, Hebbal, Koramangala, Electronic City. (approx. 45–90 min, ₹220–330). Airport Metro (upcoming): Namma Metro Purple Line extension to KIA is under construction. Expected completion: 2025–2026. (approx. TBD, TBD).

Are there airport lounges at Bangalore airport?

Multiple lounges in T1 and T2: Plaza Premium, Encalm Privé (T2, premium), and multiple airline partner lounges. Most credit cards provide lounge access.

Which airlines fly from Bangalore airport?

Airlines operating from Kempegowda International Airport include: IndiGo, SpiceJet, Air India, Akasa Air, Vistara, and most domestic carriers. Also handles international flights.; Opened 2023. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Lufthansa, Air France, KLM, and select premium carriers. Also handles IndiGo international routes..

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