Flying from Johannesburg to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR): what you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Johannesburg to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR).
The timezone in Bengaluru is UTC+5:30, which is 3 hours 30 minutes ahead of Johannesburg. Kempegowda International Airport is located in Bengaluru.
Your flight from Johannesburg to BLR won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Johannesburg to BLR. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
JNB is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Need a handy hotel near O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Johannesburg to Kempegowda International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
About Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Johannesburg to Kempegowda International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BLR instead:
Getting from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to central Bengaluru
Kempegowda International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Bengaluru. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 50 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour and 54 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Kempegowda International Airport from R 5,652 or travel return from just R 10,339. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Johannesburg to BLR if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from Johannesburg to Kempegowda International Airport across each month. We've made the lowest fares green, making it easy to choose a flight that fits your budget.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Johannesburg to Kempegowda International Airport. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Bengaluru. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Kempegowda International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Bengaluru. April is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Johannesburg to BLR sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 36ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 29ºC. Look for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kempegowda International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Bengaluru
Start your Bengaluru trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Kempegowda International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Bangalore Palace and Cubbon Park are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Bengaluru must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Complete your Bengaluru trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Bengaluru and explore on your own terms. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kempegowda International Airport.