Flying from Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport is located in Bengaluru. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Philadelphia is ten hours 30 minutes behind Bengaluru.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your BLR to Philadelphia flight.
Travelling during a popular month like February? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from BLR to Philadelphia, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Bengaluru to BLR takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport to Philadelphia? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to BLR:
71% of flights departing from Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
The address for BLR is Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Philadelphia
$1,126 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport to Philadelphia flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,663. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from BLR to Philadelphia, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport to Philadelphia across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to the centre of Philadelphia takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport to Philadelphia. Book one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Booking your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from BLR to Philadelphia can help you get the lowest rate.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. Following your flight from Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport to Philadelphia, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 35 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near TTN. Unwind and get cosy after your BLR to Philadelphia flight at any of these well-located options:
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from TTN four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
December is the quietest month for flights from Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport to Philadelphia, while July is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Philadelphia based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC and 9ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from BLR to Philadelphia around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
Once you've booked your flight from Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport to Philadelphia, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are popular attractions which should be on any good Philadelphia itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia, a trip to New York will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another great destination in the United States, head for Boston, about 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum are the start of reasons to visit.