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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London to Bengaluru:

• Earliest: departs at 09:25 and lands at 19:24
• Latest: departs at 22:20 and lands at 08:19.

The flight takes about 9h 59m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from London to Bengaluru:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A direct flight from London to Bengaluru takes 9h 59m, covering 4,982 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from London to Bengaluru range from £481 to £705, with an average of £568 over the past 12 months. Anything below £481 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the £568 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £475 return via Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), compared with £564 for direct.

Virgin Atlantic is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while British Airways has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on London to Bengaluru flights are:

• Virgin Atlantic: 88% on time
• British Airways: 83% on time
• Air India: 69% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 81% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £20–£76 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on London to Bengaluru flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Night flights for 25%, and Evening flights for 0%.

One-way fares from London to Bengaluru are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £291, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

Flights from London to Bengaluru may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Bengaluru Intl (BLR).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London to Bengaluru route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 20m.

One-stop flights from London to Bengaluru most commonly connect through:

• Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 31% of one-stop connections
• Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 27% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) – 14% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 9% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 6% on flights from London to Bengaluru. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £553 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £584, a difference of £31.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between London and Bengaluru. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• British Airways
• Air India
• Virgin Atlantic

Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 19m, compared to 13h 36m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 13h 48m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

Bengaluru is 4 hours ahead of London (India Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Among airlines operating London to Bengaluru flights:

• Virgin Atlantic: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Air India: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Virgin Atlantic: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

If you’re looking for a quick bite to eat before your flight from London to Bengaluru, you can find a range of eateries at London City Airport (LCY). If you’re looking for some classic British cuisine and something to drink, there is Brick Lane Brews by Gate 2B, or the 1950s styled Pilots Bar & Kitchen. If you’re just looking for a coffee, there is an Espressanmente Illy open 24h daily.

For those looking to stay somewhere convenient to the Bengaluru Airport, you can find a number of different options on the airport grounds. If you’re in transit at the airport, the Plaza Premium Airport Transit Hotel can be found attached to the Plaza Premium lounge near Gate 18. Just outside the airport, across from the terminal, is the Taj Bangalore, a luxury 5-star hotel with a multi-cuisine restaurant and an attached spa.

If you’re looking to travel using the public transport system, you can catch the bright green Vatu Vajra Airport Shuttle Service, run by the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC). This bus runs every 30 min and there are 11 different routes to choose from. Of course, you can also find taxis outside the airport run by Mega Cabs. If you want to travel in style, you can skip the traffic with a Heli-taxi at approximately ₹ 4,200 for a shared taxi seat (£45).

Those flying from Gatwick Airport (LGW) can find a number of different passenger lounges in the North and South Terminals. The My Lounges are a good option for those with children, with its well-stocked games room equipped with PlayStations, iMacs and TVs. You can enter these lounges for £30 for adults or £15 for kids. The Clubrooms are good for solo travellers, with a premium stocked bar and table service.

Public transport is usually a quick way to get to London's airports. Heathrow is a mere 15min train trip from Paddington Station, with a Southern Express train taking about 30 minutes to Gatwick. London City Airport (LCY) is around a 20-minute tram ride from Central London, and to get to Stansted (STN), catch a train for about a 50-minute journey. Luton Airport (LTN) is about 1h 20min north by National Express bus.

A few major international car hire companies have branches in the main terminal, which are easy to spot. There's also a dedicated Bengaluru car hire service, Carzonrent. It has a full fleet of vehicle models. You'll see its signage prominently displayed in the Arrivals hall.

All of London's airports have excellent accessibility facilities for those with limited mobility and hidden disabilities. All levels are wheelchair accessible, with adapted bathrooms. You can get a yellow lanyard to alert support staff that you may need help, or book personal assistance at least 48 hours before your flight.

You can find opportunities to reduce your carbon footprint on this route. Air India offers flights from Heathrow that can save around 55% in CO2 emissions. They all make a single stop in Mumbai. Travel times can vary from about 13 hours to more than 27 hours, so make sure to check that when you book.