Bangalore Airport (BLR) — Live Departures Today
Kempegowda International Airport — Bangalore airport is 34 km from MG Road. T1 and T2 are connected by a free shuttle (5 min). Check your boarding pass for the correct terminal before leaving home.
Enter the flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) on our flight-status search:
Search Flight Status →Terminals at Bangalore Airport
| Terminal | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal 1 | Domestic + International | Original terminal serving domestic and international flights. All airlines were based here until 2023. |
| Terminal 2 (New) | Domestic + International | New premium terminal opened 2023. Some airlines have shifted to T2. Designed around a Garden theme. |
Airlines departing from Bangalore Airport
| Airline | Terminal (departure) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 6E | Terminal 1 (T1) | IndiGo operates from Terminal 1 at BLR. Confirm with your e-ticket as airline allocations may change. |
| SG | Terminal 1 (T1) | SpiceJet uses Terminal 1 at Bangalore. |
| QP | Terminal 1 (T1) | Akasa Air operates from T1 at Bangalore. |
| AI | Terminal 2 (T2) | Air India has moved to the new Terminal 2. International AI flights also depart from T2. |
| EK | Terminal 2 (T2) | Emirates Bangalore flights operate from the new Terminal 2. |
| QR | Terminal 2 (T2) | Qatar Airways operates from T2 at BLR. |
| SQ | Terminal 2 (T2) | Singapore Airlines operates from T2 at Bangalore. |
Tracking Bangalore airport departures
For real-time Bangalore airport departure status, the most accurate source is the official airport's display or your operating airline's website/app. Live departures data on this page refreshes every 60–90 seconds from ATC + airline systems.
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Bangalore: 2 hours before for domestic flights, 3 hours before for international. Web check-in opens 48 hours before departure on most Indian carriers and closes 1–2 hours before. Skip airport check-in queues by doing web check-in OR adding HappyFares Web Check-In Assist (₹349/passenger) — we handle it for you and send the boarding pass via WhatsApp.
Bangalore airport note: Bangalore airport is 34 km from MG Road. T1 and T2 are connected by a free shuttle (5 min). Check your boarding pass for the correct terminal before leaving home.
Getting to Bangalore airport: Namma Metro Purple Line connects Baiyappanahalli to Whitefield. A dedicated metro extension to BLR is under construction. Currently airport is ~40–60 min from city by road.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check live departure status at Bangalore airport?
Enter your flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) in the flight-status search on this page. Live data updates every 60–90 seconds from ATC and airline operations systems. Alternatively, the operating airline's app or website typically has the most accurate real-time information. For BLR-specific live screens, visit the airport's official website or use the airport-information displays in the terminal.
How many airlines operate from Bangalore airport?
Approximately 7+ airlines operate scheduled flights from Bangalore airport (BLR), including major Indian carriers like IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, plus international airlines on Gulf, Southeast Asia, and Europe/North America routes.
How many terminals does Bangalore airport have?
Bangalore airport (BLR) has 2 terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2. Terminal assignments by airline are listed above. ALWAYS check your boarding pass for the correct terminal — assignments occasionally change.
How early should I arrive at Bangalore airport before a flight?
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Bangalore (BLR): 2 hours before for domestic flights and 3 hours before for international flights. During festive peaks (Diwali, Christmas-New Year) and Friday/Sunday evenings, add another 30 minutes. Web check-in (opens 48 hours before, closes 1-2 hours before) lets you skip check-in queues at the airport.
What is the IATA code for Bangalore airport?
Bangalore airport's IATA code is BLR. The full official airport name is Kempegowda International Airport. Use this code when booking, tracking, or referring to the airport in flight schedules and itineraries.
How do I get to Bangalore airport from the city?
Namma Metro Purple Line connects Baiyappanahalli to Whitefield. A dedicated metro extension to BLR is under construction. Currently airport is ~40–60 min from city by road.
How early does web check-in open at Bangalore airport?
Web check-in on most Indian airlines opens 48 hours before departure and closes 60-90 minutes before for domestic flights, 60-120 minutes before for international flights. IndiGo web check-in opens at 48h. Air India: 48h web check-in window. SpiceJet: 48h. Always confirm specific airline cut-offs by clicking the airline name above.
Last updated: 25 May 2026. Live status data refreshes every 60–90 seconds.