Travelling from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Bengaluru Airport (BLR): what you need to know
Bengaluru's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Bengaluru 11 hours 30 minutes ahead of Des Moines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DSM to BLR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Bengaluru Airport (BLR)
Right now, $681 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Des Moines Airport to Bengaluru Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,913. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DSM to BLR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Des Moines Airport to Bengaluru Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from DSM to BLR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Handy information about Des Moines Airport (DSM)
DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Des Moines Airport, data shows 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Des Moines Airport from central Des Moines, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Des Moines Airport to Bengaluru Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near DSM:
Arriving at Bengaluru Airport (BLR)
Consider staying in a hotel near BLR if you're taking a late Des Moines Airport to Bengaluru Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Bengaluru Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Fox - Rent A Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bengaluru and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Bengaluru Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to central Bengaluru
BLR is located at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
Bengaluru Airport to central Bengaluru has a drive time of about 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Bengaluru Airport (BLR)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Des Moines Airport to Bengaluru Airport. November is the most popular month to visit Bengaluru. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in September.
Book your flight from Des Moines Airport to Bengaluru Airport for April if you want to go to Bengaluru during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DSM to BLR sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Chennai is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Bengaluru. Around 290 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Marina Beach.
If you want to check out another major stop in India, consider Tirunelveli, roughly 467 kilometres south of Bengaluru. Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), ISKCON Tirunelveli and Sri Kailasanather & Sri Soundaravalli Ambal Temple are key highlights.
