Flying from Washington DC to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR): What you need to know
Bengaluru is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Washington DC. Bengaluru 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 travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Washington DC to BLR.
If you're flying during a popular month like April, head to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Whether you want to visit a new city on the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Washington DC to BLR.
Located around 6 kms (4 miles) from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Washington DC to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
76% of flights that leave from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Split up your flight from Washington DC to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and BLR are:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
You can get to IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 40 kms (25 miles) or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Washington DC to BLR flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74%.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Whether just for a couple of hours or a handful of days, a stopover can make your whole trip feel a bit less hectic. When jetting out of Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), you can book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) with a stop at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
The trip to BWI from central Washington DC is around 50 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 40 minutes to cover the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport flight:
Flights departing from BWI make it to their destination as scheduled 77% of the time.
About Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near BLR:
Pick up a Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport rental car and discover Bengaluru and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and Fox - Rent A Car are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
BLR is located at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
Getting from Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to central Bengaluru
Central Bengaluru is around 40 kms (25 miles) from Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport and takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
£254 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport. A return flight starts from £544. These prices may change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to BLR. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR). December is the most popular month to visit Bengaluru. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in October.
Book a Washington DC to BLR plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bengaluru to range from 21ºC to 36ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC and 29ºC.
More about Bengaluru
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bengaluru:
Your visit to Bengaluru should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you can't miss include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Explore more of India
Chennai is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've seen Bengaluru. Around 274 kms (170 miles) away to the east, check out popular attractions including Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers.
Coimbatore is another well-known destination in India and is around 257 kms (160 miles) south of Bengaluru. No journey is complete without visiting Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial.