Bengaluru airport code is BLR, and its ICAO code is VOBL. Kempegowda International Airport is Karnataka’s principal domestic, international, cargo and business aviation gateway.
Bengaluru Airport Overview
Planning a business aviation flight at Bengaluru (BLR/VOBL)? Review more India airport guides, explore flight support services in India, or send ATTS your BLR permits, parking, handling, aviation fuel and crew support requirements.
Airport identity
- Official name: Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru
- IATA code: BLR
- ICAO code: VOBL
- Location: Devanahalli, approximately 35 kilometres north of central Bengaluru
- Operator: Bangalore International Airport Limited
Terminal arrangement
Terminal 2 opened in January 2023, and international airline operations moved to T2 in September 2023. Terminal 1 serves domestic operations, while Terminal 2 handles international services and selected domestic flights. Travellers should confirm the assigned terminal directly with the airline.
BLR handled approximately 44.5 million passengers in FY2025–26, placing it among India’s busiest airports. Traffic figures are contextual only and should not replace operational confirmation for a planned movement.
Business Aviation Planning at BLR
Parking, slots or prior permissions, handling, aviation fuel and customs or immigration arrangements should be requested early. Submit complete aircraft and operator documents, routing, crew and passenger details, purpose of flight and service requirements.
Operational considerations
- Confirm the correct terminal, parking position and handler reporting point.
- Review current NOTAMs, weather and airport restrictions.
- Allow sufficient time for the long transfer between the airport and central Bengaluru.
- Verify customs and immigration requirements for international movements.
- Reconfirm fuel, handling equipment, catering and transport before departure.
Terminal, parking and slot coordination
Bengaluru handles high volumes of domestic and international traffic, making accurate pre-flight coordination essential. Provide the aircraft registration and type, operator, routing, schedule, passenger and crew information early. Confirm the correct terminal or reporting point, parking acceptance and any applicable slot conditions before departure.
Turnaround and aviation fuel planning
The handling request should state the intended ground time and requirements for aviation fuel, ground equipment, catering, baggage and passenger assistance. For short business stops, arranging the service sequence before arrival helps protect departure timing. Crews should monitor current NOTAMs, weather and airport restrictions throughout the mission.
CIQ and Bengaluru surface transport
International movements require coordinated customs, immigration and quarantine formalities. The airport is outside central Bengaluru, and road times can change significantly with traffic and the passenger’s destination. Arrange suitable vehicles and crew accommodation early, allowing enough time for transfers to business districts and the return journey to the airport.
Ground handling and aviation fuel
ATTS can coordinate permits, ground handling, aviation fuel, supervision, transport and crew or passenger support at Bengaluru, subject to airport, authority and supplier confirmation.
Related ATTS services: airport ground handling in India and aviation fuelling services in India.
More India airport guides: Bengaluru airports overview, Chennai (MAA) and Hyderabad (HYD).
Official airport information: For current terminal, passenger, flight and airport notices, check the Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru official website.
More Karnataka airport planning: See the Mangalore (IXE) business aviation guide for operations on Karnataka’s coast.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the airport code for Bengaluru?
Kempegowda International Airport uses IATA code BLR and ICAO code VOBL.
Which Bengaluru terminal handles international flights?
Terminal 2 handles international services and selected domestic flights. Terminal 1 serves domestic operations.
How far is BLR from central Bengaluru?
The airport is approximately 35 kilometres north of central Bengaluru. Actual transfer time depends heavily on the final destination and traffic.
Can ATTS coordinate support at BLR?
ATTS can coordinate permits, handling, aviation fuel, supervision and crew or passenger support, subject to confirmation for the requested movement.
