Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR): what you need to know
Bengaluru is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of Sacramento and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SMF to BLR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Sacramento International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport. Many travellers pass through San Francisco International Airport when flying between SMF and BLR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
At the moment, Rs195,274 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs330,541. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SMF to BLR, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Snapping up cheap flights from SMF to BLR is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sacramento International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that depart SMF land on time.
To get to Sacramento International Airport from central Sacramento, it takes around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport, check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. It's a quick drive from SMF.
Arriving at Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
If you're landing on a late Sacramento International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near BLR:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Kempegowda International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Fox - Rent A Car and explore beyond Bengaluru's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Kempegowda International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to central Bengaluru
BLR is located at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
Kempegowda International Airport to the centre of Bengaluru has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Bengaluru in April.
The warmest month in Bengaluru is April, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 29ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SMF to BLR sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres east of Bengaluru, a visit to Chennai will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.
Tirunelveli is another well-known destination in India and is around 467 kilometres south of Bengaluru. No journey is complete without experiencing Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.
