Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR): what you need to know
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to break up your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kempegowda International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the MEL - BLR route are:
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Ngurah Rai International Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter India. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements often change. Before reserving your cheap ticket from MEL to BLR, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kempegowda International Airport is $307. The cheapest price for a return flight is $589. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap flight tickets from MEL to BLR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kempegowda International Airport.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kempegowda International Airport. Simply enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Travelling from central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport takes around 42 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 28 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel close to MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kempegowda International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kempegowda International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BLR instead:
Getting from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to central Bengaluru
From Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour and 54 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
August is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kempegowda International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Bengaluru in April.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kempegowda International Airport for April if you want to go to Bengaluru during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 36ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 29ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from MEL to BLR around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Bengaluru
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the most popular stays in Bengaluru right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from MEL to BLR:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore are leading attractions which should feature on any good Bengaluru itinerary.
Complete your Bengaluru trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Kempegowda International Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Bengaluru holiday.