Flying from New York to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from New York to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR). Check out your options for departing John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Kempegowda International Airport is located in Bengaluru. The city operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone and is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of New York.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to BLR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
During high season, expect extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to BLR. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Kempegowda International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on time at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from New York to Kempegowda International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Newark Liberty International Airport and BLR:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your New York to BLR flight? Check in to a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.3%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early New York to Kempegowda International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to LaGuardia Airport and get to your boarding gate without rushing:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving without delays, LGA is a dependable starting point for your journey.
The address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Reserve a hotel near BLR if you have a late flight from New York to Kempegowda International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Kempegowda International Airport rental car and explore Bengaluru and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Avis and Fox - Rent A Car are top outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your New York to Kempegowda International Airport flight.
The address for BLR is Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
Getting from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to central Bengaluru
Kempegowda International Airport is roughly 29 kilometres from central Bengaluru. How long it'll take to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Currently, R 6,415 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Kempegowda International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,746. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from New York to BLR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your New York to Kempegowda International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from New York to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Bengaluru. August is when most people book flights from New York to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Bengaluru is April, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your New York to BLR plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Kempegowda International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Bengaluru
Start your Bengaluru trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Kempegowda International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple are must-do's during your Bengaluru adventure.
Explore more of India
You've seen Bengaluru, now it's time to discover more of India. Travel around 274 kilometres east to Chennai to check off its top attractions. From Meenakshi Temple to Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 257 kilometres south of Bengaluru, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial.