Flying from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Bengaluru Airport (BLR): what you need to know
Bengaluru's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Bengaluru ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Richmond.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your RIC to BLR flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Bengaluru Airport (BLR)
At the moment, R 9,430 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Richmond Airport to Bengaluru Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 23,826. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from RIC to BLR, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Richmond Airport to Bengaluru Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from RIC to BLR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Richmond Airport to Bengaluru Airport.
Handy information about Richmond Airport (RIC)
RIC's address is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
When it comes to Richmond Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Richmond Airport from central Richmond, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to RIC? If you're boarding an early flight from Richmond Airport to Bengaluru Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Bengaluru Airport (BLR)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Richmond Airport to Bengaluru Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BLR instead:
Grab a Bengaluru Airport rental car and discover Bengaluru and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and Fox - Rent A Car are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Bengaluru Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Bengaluru Airport (BLR)
The quietest month for a flight from Richmond Airport to Bengaluru Airport is September, while November is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Bengaluru based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Richmond Airport to Bengaluru Airport for April if you'd like to go to Bengaluru during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RIC to BLR in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've done Bengaluru, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Journey around 290 kilometres east to Chennai to check off its leading attractions. From Meenakshi Temple to Marina beach and Marina Beach, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Tirunelveli is another well-known destination in India and is around 467 kilometres south of Bengaluru. No journey is complete without dropping by Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), ISKCON Tirunelveli and Sri Kailasanather & Sri Soundaravalli Ambal Temple.
