To reach Bengaluru from Pune, travelling by air would be the most convenient. Kempegowda International Airport serves Bengaluru and its IATA code is BLR.
Depending on the route, booking time and availability of the flight and the class in which you travel, the flight charge from Pune to Bengaluru vary from Rs. 1,249 to Rs. 10,506.
It will be convenient if you book a round-trip, as the cost is less than two single trips. You can also pre-order your desired meal in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
The major airlines operating between the two destinations are IndiGo, AirAsia, GoAir, Air India, Vistara and SpiceJet. There are flights with layover as well. The connecting flights between the two destinations have layovers in Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, New Delhi, Bhopal, Mumbai, Kolkata and Belgaum.
Pune Airport facilities
The Pune International Airport provides ample of facilities to its passengers. There are two full restaurants, snack bars and juice counters available both landside and airside. There is also a lounge at the departure hall. Free Wi-Fi up to 30 minutes. The smoking rooms are also available at the departure level of the airport.
Bengaluru Airport facilities
Kempegowda International Airport has five-star coffee shops, specialty restaurants, pizzerias, confectionary stores and Indian restaurants. The airport boasts many leading national and international brands from where you can shop. Mobile charging points are available throughout the airport.
Baggage Information, Security Check-in and Document required
There are certain limitations for baggage that you can carry on a flight. The baggage allowances differ from airlines to airlines and also depends on the class, you are travelling. Air India and Vistara are among the major flights operating daily from Pune to Bengaluru.
Air India: A maximum weight of 8kg is permitted as cabin baggage on all Air India domestic flights. For check-in baggage, the first class allows 40kg worth of luggage. For the business class, it is 35kg and for economy class, it is 25kg. An additional 10kg is allowed in all classes for passengers with an infant.
Vistara: Vistara has three classes namely, the Economy class which allows an item of 7kg as hand baggage, the Premium Economy which allows 10kg as hand baggage and the Business class that offers 12kg. The check-in baggage allowance if you are travelling in Lite and Standard categories are 15kg in the Economy class and it is 20kg in Flexi. The Lite Premium Economy allows 20kg, the Standard Premium Economy cabin allows 25kg and an upgrade to Flexi will allow 30kg of luggage. The Lite Business cabin allows 30kg and if you opt for either Standard or Flexi, 35kg and 40kg of luggage would be allowed respectively.
It is mandatory to carry a series of documents for identification proof. You need to provide these identification documents for verification along with the e-ticket at the airport. The documents required for verification are as follows:
- A valid Passport.
- School ID card for children.
- A voter ID card.
- Driving License.
- Photo Credit card.
- PAN Card provided by the Income Tax Department.
- Photo ID card issued by the government or reputed private organization.
- Valid birth certificate if travelling with infants.
- Aadhar card.
Places to visit in Pune
Pune is filled with numerous cultural and spiritual attractions and few of them are mentioned below:
- Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum: Located 13km from the airport, the museum is one of the popular sightseeing places in Pune. It has a collection of almost 20,000 articles, belonging to different parts of the world. Apart from Mughal lamps, paintings and other antiques, you will also find an excellent pottery collection.
- Osho International Meditation Resort: Situated 7km from the airport, it is an iconic landmark in Pune. There is a daily meditation session where you can go find some spiritual peace. The Osho Teerth Park is within 1km where the walk amidst nature will calm your mind.
Places to visit in Bengaluru
Referred as the Silicon Valley of India, the city has many attractions. The most visited are as follows:
- National Gallery of Modern Art: The gallery is divided in two sections-the Old Wing displays works from pre-Independence and the New Wing exhibits contemporary post-Independence works. The airport is 33km from here. You will also find an art-reference library, a cafe and a museum shop here.
- Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath: The visual art complex is located 32km from the airport. There is also a college of fine arts on the premises. You will find a vast collection of Indian and international contemporary art, as well as permanent displays of Mysuru-style paintings and folk and tribal pieces.
- Lal Bagh Botanical Garden: If you are a true nature lover, you will adore these botanical garden located 36km from the Kempegowda International airport. The garden has nearly 1,854 species of plants. Do check out the Lal Bagh Rock, which is 3000 million years old here.
Shops and restaurants in Bengaluru
This city is filled with shops and restaurants, and some of the best are:
- K. R. Market: Experience the different side of Bengaluru when you visit Krishnarajendra Wodeyar Market or KR Market, as it is popularly known. The flower market is touted to be one of Asia’s largest so, head there early in the morning to get some insta-worthy pictures. It is 36km from the airport.
- Orion Mall: Located around 34km from the airport, it is one of the renowned shop-o-tainment hubs in the city. There is an artificial lake with fountains and boating facilities right outside the mall and its beauty is enhanced in the night when the lights are lit up. There are big brands like Under Armour, Steve Madden Sephora, Zara and others.
- Mavalli Tiffin Room: Commonly known as the MTR, this place has been serving authentic south Indian delicacies since 1924. The place is always crowded and famous for their amazing idli and dosa. It is 34km from the airport.
- Koshy’s Bar and Restaurant: This old school resto-pub serves the best continental food. Try out Chicken Roast and Fish ‘n’ Chips here. This eat-out is famous for its legendary breakfasts as well. For the caffeine addicts, its coffee is strong enough to give you that kick. The airport is 35km from here.
Weather in Bengaluru
Bengaluru has pleasant summers with average temperatures below 34°C. The winters are mild with the temperatures rarely dropping below 16°C. The best time to visit Bengaluru would be in between November to March.
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