{"id":684,"date":"2025-02-20T11:12:18","date_gmt":"2025-02-20T05:42:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/34.228.189.90\/?p=684"},"modified":"2025-03-03T17:01:59","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T11:31:59","slug":"bengaluru-international-airport-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru: The Best Airport in India"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_18107\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18107\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18107 size-full\" title=\"Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru\" src=\"https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Kempegowda-International-Airport-Bengaluru-01.png\" alt=\"Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Kempegowda-International-Airport-Bengaluru-01.png 800w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Kempegowda-International-Airport-Bengaluru-01-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Kempegowda-International-Airport-Bengaluru-01-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Kempegowda-International-Airport-Bengaluru-01-630x420.png 630w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Kempegowda-International-Airport-Bengaluru-01-640x426.png 640w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Kempegowda-International-Airport-Bengaluru-01-681x454.png 681w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Kempegowda-International-Airport-Bengaluru-01-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/tds.indianeagle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Kempegowda-International-Airport-Bengaluru-01-272x182.png 272w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18107\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: Freepik<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bengaluru International Airport (BLR), or Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru, is one of the popular and\u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">busiest airports in India<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It serves the metropolitan city of Bengaluru, the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garden City of India<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the capital of Karnataka. This airport is an important gateway for domestic and international tourists. Kempegowda International Airport, known for its excellent amenities and great service, was named Best Regional Airport in India and South Asia at the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2024. Its continuous developments make it a popular choice among many tourists.<\/span><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #0a0a0a;color:#0a0a0a\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#080_Lounge_at_Bangalore_International_Airport\" title=\"080 Lounge at Bangalore International Airport\">080 Lounge at Bangalore International Airport<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Bengaluru_Airport_Terminal\" title=\"Bengaluru Airport Terminal\">Bengaluru Airport Terminal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Terminal_1\" title=\"Terminal 1\">Terminal 1<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Terminal_2\" title=\"Terminal 2\">Terminal 2<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Passenger_Services_at_Bengaluru_International_Airport\" title=\"Passenger Services at Bengaluru International Airport\">Passenger Services at Bengaluru International Airport<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Airport_Lounges\" title=\"Airport Lounges\">Airport Lounges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#The_Day_Hotel\" title=\"The Day Hotel\">The Day Hotel<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#ATMs\" title=\"ATMs\">ATMs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Information_Counters\" title=\"Information Counters\">Information Counters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Wi-Fi_Services\" title=\"Wi-Fi Services\">Wi-Fi Services<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Currency_Exchange\" title=\"Currency Exchange\">Currency Exchange<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Duty-Free_Shopping\" title=\"Duty-Free Shopping\">Duty-Free Shopping<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Baby_Care_Facility\" title=\"Baby Care Facility\">Baby Care Facility<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Bengaluru_Airport_Car_Rentals\" title=\"Bengaluru Airport Car Rentals\">Bengaluru Airport Car Rentals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Food_Drinks\" title=\"Food &amp; Drinks\">Food &amp; Drinks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Luggage_Storage_Facility\" title=\"Luggage Storage Facility\">Luggage Storage Facility<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Buggy_Service\" title=\"Buggy Service\">Buggy Service<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Visitor_Ticket\" title=\"Visitor Ticket\">Visitor Ticket<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Additional_Services\" title=\"Additional Services\">Additional Services<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Hotels_near_Bengaluru_International_Airport\" title=\"Hotels near Bengaluru International Airport:\">Hotels near Bengaluru International Airport:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Nearby_Airports\" title=\"Nearby Airports:\">Nearby Airports:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re wondering how many gates there are at Bengaluru Airport, here is your answer. Phase one of Terminal 2 has 95 check-in counters, 22 contact gates, 15 bus gates, and 17 security check lanes. The ground floor is for arrivals, while departures are located on the first floor.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Airport_in_India\"><\/span><strong>The Best Airport in India <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/flights\/cheap-flights-to-bengaluru-international-airport-blr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bangalore International Airport<\/a> has been recognized as the best in India at the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2022 that were organized in Paris, France. It was awarded the prestigious title of the Best Regional Airport in India and South Asia after a global survey that included air passengers, who said that it had the best service.<\/p>\n<p>Nearly 16.28 million passengers used the Kempegowda airport in 2022, which is an increase from 10.91 million passengers in the last fiscal. Bengaluru airport is the third busiest airport in India, after New Delhi and Mumbai airports, in terms of passenger traffic. If you\u2019re looking for Bengaluru airport address, it is located at KIAL Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560300.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"080_Lounge_at_Bangalore_International_Airport\"><\/span><b>080 Lounge <\/b><b>at Bangalore International Airport<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order to cater to the growing needs of the passengers, a brand new \u2018<a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/080-lounge-unveiled-at-bangalore-international-airport-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">080 lounge<\/a>\u2019 has been revealed at the terminal 1 of the Bangalore Airport.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This international and domestic lounge was unveiled on 8th June 2022. This will offer an immersive experience of numerous lounge services to the passengers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2018080\u2019 is also the trunk dial code of Bangalore, this is certainly how the new lounge got its name. It also has a movie screening area, several bar counters, buffet setups, a library, and various other facilities for the flyers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bengaluru_Airport_Terminal\"><\/span><strong>Bengaluru Airport Terminal<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bangalore Airport currently has two terminals in service.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Terminal_1\"><\/span><strong>Terminal 1<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Terminal 1 can handle upto 20 million passengers annually. It features two lounges that includes the 080 domestic lounge and the 080 international lounge. This four-level terminal is the main hub for domestic and international flights, offering modern amenities like web check-in, an AI robot named Temi, excellent baggage services, and duty-free shopping.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Terminal_2\"><\/span><strong>Terminal 2<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Known as the Garden City terminal, Terminal 2 was opened on November 11, 2022. It can accommodate an additional 25 million passengers annually and is the first greenfield airport terminal operated through a public-private partnership. Since September 12, 2023, Terminal 2 handles both international and domestic flights. Airlines operating here include Air India, AIX Connect, Vistara, and Star Air.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bengaluru Travel Guide<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Passenger_Services_at_Bengaluru_International_Airport\"><\/span><strong>Passenger Services at Bengaluru International Airport<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>For travelers hoping to book a trip to Bengaluru or board <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/find-extremely-cheap-last-minute-flights\/\">last minute flights<\/a> from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR), here\u2019s a list of the important passenger services you can expect to enjoy at the airport.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Airport_Lounges\"><\/span><strong>Airport Lounges<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re flying in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/business-class-flights\/\">business class flights<\/a> or traveling in economy class, there are lounges at Bengaluru airport which allow you to enter for a fee, via program membership, or by paying for a lounge pass. Besides the Plaza Premium Lounge, which is considered the <strong>best lounge<\/strong> at Terminal 1, there are several VIP international as well as domestic lounges at Bengaluru International Airport. There are private lounges by elite airlines such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/flights\/airline\/air-india-ai-deals\/\">Air India<\/a>, Jet Airways, Kingfisher Airlines, and the Oberoi Group.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Day_Hotel\"><\/span><strong>The Day Hotel<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Run by The Plaza Premium Lounge, The Day Hotel is an excellent accommodation option for flyers stranded at the airport. Situated at the terminal domestic departures, there are about 20 rooms at the hotel in addition to a lounge area. Day room packages begin with a minimum of 3-hour stay. There are separate lounge packages and shower packages as well.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ATMs\"><\/span><strong>ATMs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>You will find ATMs on the arrivals hall and along the curbside at <strong>Kempegowda airport<\/strong> in case you need to withdraw cash. Do note that you may be charged a small fee for the ATM transaction depending on the bank.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Information_Counters\"><\/span><strong>Information Counters<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>There are information counters at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/bengaluru-international-airport-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bengaluru International Airport (BLR)<\/a> for travelers to take their inquiries. You can also approach the airport staff directly for assistance.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wi-Fi_Services\"><\/span><strong>Wi-Fi Services<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Wi-Fi is offered for free at Kempegowda airport. You will need to register after which a password will be sent to your smartphone to unlock and access the Wi-Fi. Besides catching up on work and staying in touch with loved ones, you can also check your Bengaluru airport flight status using the internet.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Currency_Exchange\"><\/span><strong>Currency Exchange<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Currency exchange service is provided at both arrivals and departures areas of Kempegowda airport. The service is provided by Centrum and is also available at airside of both domestic and international departures.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Duty-Free_Shopping\"><\/span><strong>Duty-Free Shopping<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>You will find a myriad of duty-free shopping options all through the international arrivals and departures of Bengaluru airport. Also, there are scores of small retail outlets dotting both domestic and international departures.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Baby_Care_Facility\"><\/span><strong>Baby Care Facility<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Both terminals of Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) play host to baby care facilities which those traveling with infants and young kids find extremely helpful.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bengaluru_Airport_Car_Rentals\"><\/span><strong>Bengaluru Airport Car Rentals <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>It\u2019s always best to hire a car when visiting a new place. You can explore at your own pace without having to wait for crowded public transport to take you where you wish to go. You can hire a car right at the airport upon arrival or book in advance. Some of the top car rental companies in Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) terminal are Carzonrent, Akbar Travels, and Myles Cars.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Food_Drinks\"><\/span><strong>Food &amp; Drinks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If you are running late for your flight, you can get the <strong>best brunch in Bangalore <\/strong>at the airport. Food and drink options are aplenty throughout Bengaluru airport with eateries staying open at varied hours. You can visit Subway, the Urban Food Market, or Cafe Coffee Day among other places to grab a bite to eat. Else, you can head straight to the bar on the international airside and enjoy a cold one.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/traveldiary\/5-best-restaurants-near-bangalore-airport-to-appease-your-post-flight-hunger\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">5 Best Restaurants Near Bangalore Airport\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Luggage_Storage_Facility\"><\/span><strong>Luggage Storage Facility<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>At the left luggage storage facility in Bengaluru International Airport (BLR), you can store luggage for up to 5 days. INR 240 per piece of baggage for a minimum of one hour is the standard rate. You will need to submit a copy of your photo ID, passport, local address, and flight ticket.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Buggy_Service\"><\/span><strong>Buggy Service<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Akin to Bengaluru airport bus service, the buggy service is meant to help older passengers, those with disabilities, women with children, and other passengers in need of assistance. While one buggy is stationed at the departure side outer curb, another one can be found at the international security hold area.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visitor_Ticket\"><\/span><strong>Visitor Ticket<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>A visitor ticket can be purchased by people who wish to enter the airport to meet and greet arriving passengers or to even send loved ones off. Sold for INR 100 each on the curbside near the arrivals hall of Bengaluru International Airport, the visitor tickets offer a good 2 hours of visiting time.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_Services\"><\/span><strong>Additional Services<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>There are plenty of additional services at Bengaluru International Airport apart from these. This includes shower rooms, spas, prayer rooms, mobile charging points, salon services, automated e-Gates, luggage wrapping, smoking areas, lost &amp; found services, rest zones, and self-service check-in kiosks.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hotels_near_Bengaluru_International_Airport\"><\/span><strong>Hotels near Bengaluru International Airport:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you do not wish to stay at The Day Hotel in Bengaluru International Airport (BLR), there are several nearby hotels you can consider. Covering all types of budgets, some of the top hotels near Bengaluru International Airport are FabHotel Wagtail Suites, Airport Gateway, FabHotel IWE Studio, Clarks Exotica, Hotel Presidency, Taj Bangalore, Fantasy Golf Resort, and Plaza Premium Airport Transit Hotel among others.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nearby_Airports\"><\/span><strong>Nearby Airports:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/flights\/cheap-flights-to-mysore-airport-myq\/\">Mysore Airport (MYQ)<\/a> is the nearest major airport to <strong>Kempegowda airport<\/strong> at a distance of about 193 km. Other alternate airport options include Coimbatore International Airport (CJB), Chennai International Airport (MAA), Mangalore International Airport (IXE), Tiruchirapalli International Airport (TRZ), and Calicut International Airport (CCJ). You can book connecting cheap flights from Bengaluru to any of these airports.<\/p>\n<div>Bangalore is one of the most popular cities in India and attracts millions of tourists every year. Book <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indianeagle.com\/cheap-flights-to-bengaluru-blr-from-usa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">USA to Bengaluru flights<\/a> via the Kempegowda airport and explore everything this vibrant town has to offer to its visitors.<\/div>\n<div>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong> <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b>When was Bengaluru International Airport established?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bengaluru International Airport or the Kempegowda International Airport, was established in 2008 as a replacement for the congested HAL airport.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What is the 080 Lounge at Bengaluru International Airport?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 080 Lounge is a new lounge unveiled on June 8, 2022, offering a range of services including a movie screening area, buffet setups, and a library.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What is Terminal 1 and 2 in Bangalore airport?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Terminal 1 handles both domestic and select international flights. Meanwhile Terminal 2, known as the &#8220;Terminal in a Garden,&#8221; primarily serves international and some domestic flights.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How many international airports are there in Bangalore?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As of now, Bangalore has one international airport. Popularly known as the Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), it operates both domestic and international flights.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Can we visit Terminal 2 Bangalore airport?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can even access Terminal 2 as a visitor if they have a valid travel ticket or an airport entry pass as per the airport\u2019s regulations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Does Bengaluru International Airport have direct flights to the USA?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, at present, Air India offers direct flights between San Francisco and Bangalore. 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