Flying from Chicago to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR): What you need to know
Chicago has a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) heading out from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Bengaluru is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Chicago. Kempegowda International Airport is located in Bengaluru, which runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Chicago to BLR.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to BLR leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
ORD is around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chicago to Kempegowda International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near O'Hare International Airport:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.85% of flights complete their journey on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Chicago to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) out of Chicago Midway International Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kms (12 miles) away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Chicago to BLR flight? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
77.88% of all departures from Chicago Midway International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kms (85 miles) or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Kempegowda International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and head to your check-in counter with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations within the expected time frame. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Kempegowda International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near BLR instead:
Grab a Kempegowda International Airport rental car and discover Bengaluru and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and Fox - Rent A Car are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Chicago to Kempegowda International Airport flight.
BLR is located at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
Getting from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to central Bengaluru
Kempegowda International Airport is roughly 18 miles from central Bengaluru. The time it takes to get there in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It'll take around 1 hour 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Kempegowda International Airport is £213. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £484. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to BLR, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Chicago to Kempegowda International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Chicago to BLR.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
April is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), while August is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Bengaluru based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Chicago to BLR plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Bengaluru, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Kempegowda International Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Bengaluru
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Kempegowda International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bengaluru:
Your Bengaluru trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions worth exploring include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kms (170 miles) east of Bengaluru, a visit to Chennai will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers.
Around 257 kms (160 miles) south of Bengaluru, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial.