Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Bengaluru Airport (BLR): what you need to know
The timezone in Bengaluru is UTC+5:30, which is 13 hours 30 minutes ahead of Sacramento.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SMF to BLR flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
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 Bengaluru Airport. Many passengers pass through San Francisco International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Bengaluru Airport (BLR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Bengaluru Airport flight is Rs208,136. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs350,796. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SMF to BLR, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Bengaluru Airport.
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Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from SMF arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach Sacramento International Airport from central Sacramento, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Bengaluru Airport, take a look at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. It's a short drive from SMF.
Arriving at Bengaluru Airport (BLR)
If you're arriving on a late Sacramento International Airport to Bengaluru Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near BLR:
Begin your 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 lowest price by booking your vehicle from Bengaluru Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Bengaluru Airport (BLR)
The quietest month for a flight from Sacramento International Airport to Bengaluru Airport is September, while November is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Bengaluru based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Bengaluru Airport for April if you'd like to explore Bengaluru during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 36ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SMF to BLR in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC on average.
Explore more of India
Chennai is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Bengaluru. Around 290 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Marina Beach.
Tirunelveli is another standout destination in India and is around 467 kilometres south of Bengaluru. No journey is complete without visiting Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), ISKCON Tirunelveli and Sri Kailasanather & Sri Soundaravalli Ambal Temple.
