Traveling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Bengaluru Airport (BLR): what you need to know
Bengaluru's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Bengaluru ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Durham.
Your RDU to BLR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bengaluru Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between RDU and BLR include:
London Heathrow Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Bengaluru Airport (BLR)
Right now, $508 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bengaluru Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,032. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RDU to BLR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bengaluru Airport.
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Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Of the departures from Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Raleigh / Durham Airport is about 18 kilometers from central Durham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bengaluru Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near RDU:
Arriving at Bengaluru Airport (BLR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bengaluru Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BLR instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Bengaluru Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Fox - Rent A Car and explore beyond Bengaluru's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Bengaluru Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to central Bengaluru
BLR is located at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
Bengaluru Airport is approximately 40 kilometers from the center of Bengaluru. The drive time takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Bengaluru Airport (BLR)
November is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bengaluru Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Bengaluru in September.
The warmest month in Bengaluru is April, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Bengaluru Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to BLR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometers east of Bengaluru, a trip to Chennai will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Marina Beach.
Around 467 kilometers south of Bengaluru, Tirunelveli is another favorite stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), ISKCON Tirunelveli and Sri Kailasanather & Sri Soundaravalli Ambal Temple.