Bengaluru Airport, officially named Kempegowda International Airport (KIA), has reached a significant milestone as India’s third-busiest international airport. It surpassed Chennai’s Anna International Airport and Kochi’s Cochin International Airport in October 2024.

KIA Surpasses Chennai and Kochi in October Passenger Traffic

Bengaluru’s KIA registered 4.8 lakh international passengers in October, showing a remarkable 24.3% increase compared to October 2023’s 3.9 lakh, as per AAI. The growth helped Bengaluru secure third place in October, moving ahead of Chennai (4.5 lakh) and Kochi (4.1 lakh). Bengaluru’s improvement from its fifth-place ranking in September 2024, with 4.39 lakh passengers, highlights its growth, as Delhi and Mumbai retained their top spots at 17.5 lakh and 12.5 lakh passengers, respectively.

Strong Domestic and Overall Performance

Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport held its ground in October with 30.8 lakh domestic passengers, trailing Delhi and Mumbai. KIA’s combined domestic and international passenger count of 35.7 lakh ensures its spot as India’s third-busiest airport.

KIA Expands Connections to 29 International Destinations

The growth of KIA is driven by its increasing number of connections. It now links to 29 international destinations through 34 airlines. Recent milestones include:

• December 16 will see IndiGo launching direct routes to Mauritius and daily operations to Langkawi, Malaysia.
• Akasa Air’s upcoming direct flights to Abu Dhabi. 

Modern infrastructure plays a pivotal role. Terminal 2, opened last year, enhances passenger experience, while the second runway (09R/27L), commissioned in October 2018 and completed in December 2019, ensures smoother operations. The parallel runway system gives KIA a competitive edge over Chennai and Kochi.

Bengaluru Plans Second Airport to Meet Rising Demand

As air travel in Bengaluru expands, initiatives are in motion to ensure the city can meet the growing needs. The HAL Airport master plan envisions reopening for civilian operations after its exclusivity agreement with KIA expires in May 2033. By 2047, HAL Airport will handle up to 40 lakh passengers annually, managing about 2,500 passengers during peak hours.

Meanwhile, the Karnataka government has proposed a second airport for Bengaluru to handle rising footfalls and future demand.

KIA’s Unmatched Connectivity

Bengaluru Airport has earned a reputation for providing seamless connections across international destinations. Its strategic position as a gateway for USA-India travel reflects its significance in the global aviation network. Passengers continue to choose Bengaluru Airport for its convenience and top-tier services.

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Bengaluru Airport gets a beautiful new terminal T2, which is all set for its grand inauguration on 11 November by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Terminal 2 will increase the passenger capacity of the Kempegowda International Airport by 25 million now (in its first phase) and a further 20 million per annum at the end of its phase-2 construction (which is still at the planning stage at present). 

Furnished with about 90 check-in counters, 60 immigration counters, 22 security checkpoints, and 9 baggage claim areas, the all-new Terminal 2 at Bengaluru Airport is expected to ease congestion at the busiest airport in South India, and thus enhance passenger experience. 

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What is more interesting about BLR Airport’s sprawling Terminal 2 is its aesthetic appeal. Designed in line with Bengaluru’s image as the Garden City, the new terminal features landscaped gardens, artificial waterfalls, a huge outdoor garden built around a lagoon, elevated walkways, and green seating areas among others. The entire terminal building is decorated with all things beautiful and pretty. This terminal is a melting pot of sustainability, indigenous technology, innovation, art, and culture.

Apart from its visual highlights and passenger facilities, T2 is also equipped with 5G internet connectivity. At this point, BLR Airport proudly holds the distinction of being the only airport in India so far, to offer 5G access to its passengers. Airtel SIM users can enjoy ultra-fast 5G services during their wait time at Terminal 2 of Bengaluru Airport.

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Transportation between Bengaluru Airport and the city can now be just a matter of 15 minutes! Yes, the current two-hour-long journey from Bengaluru city to Kempegowda International Airport in Devanahalli (or vice versa) is going to take not more than 15 minutes, thanks to BLADE India (an urban air mobility company), which is all set to begin chopper services to and from BLR airport, starting from October 10. 

BLADE India has partnered with Hunch Ventures to launch the airport chopper service in Bengaluru. Two helicopters will be operated between Bengaluru Airport and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited Airport (HAL); five days a week. The chopper, with a seating capacity of 5 people, will take off from the airport at 9:00 IST and the return flight is scheduled at 16:15 IST. The fare for each passenger is set at INR 3,250.  

Initially, the chopper service to Bangalore Airport will be available only from HAL. Very soon, BLADE hopes to begin helicopter operations from Whitefield and Electronic City to the airport. 

Being a megacity and the Silicon Valley of India, Bengaluru is infamous for its crammed roads and never-ending traffic. Air travelers who have arrived in Bengaluru can avoid sitting through long hours in traffic, and just fly over the congested roads to reach the city from the airport. 

Isn’t this intra-city chopper service to and from Bengaluru airport a great solution to ease congestion on roads, especially during peak traffic hours? You can opt for this quickest, easiest, and hassle-free transportation option to get to the city from the airport and save nearly 100 minutes! And to save big on airfare, book Indian Eagle flights to Bengaluru. You can also reach out to Indian Eagle customer care specialists and get the cheapest international tickets booked for you, even at the last minute.

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