Airport transfer
Bangalore Airport to Chikmagalur Taxi
Landing at Kempegowda Airport with a Chikmagalur stay booked? A private cab with driver takes you straight to the coffee hills, and the same service brings you back for your flight.
The route
From the airport to the coffee country
Chikmagalur is far from the airport, on the western side of Karnataka, so this is a proper road journey. Route-planner data uses NH 73, NH 648, NH 173 and NH 69 in various stretches, and you drive from the northern edge of Bengaluru across the state.
| To Kempegowda International Airport | About 295 km, about 4 h of driving |
| From the airport | About 295 km, about 4 h of driving |
| Main roads | NH 73, NH 648, NH 173, NH 69 |
Route-planner figures from OpenStreetMap data, without traffic delays or stops. Bengaluru traffic varies a lot by time of day, so allow extra time for your flight; we will suggest a pickup time when you book.
These are route-planner figures without traffic or stops, and the last part of the trip into the hills tends to be slower than the highway. From central Bengaluru the figure is about 275 km and about 3 h 45 min.
Staying in the hills
Reaching estates, homestays and resorts
Many visitors to Chikmagalur stay out of town, in coffee estates and homestays on narrow, winding roads near Mullayanagiri, Baba Budangiri and Kemmanagundi. Small estate roads can be steep and rough in places, so tell the driver the name of the property and share its contact number if the owner has given one.
The same applies to the return journey. Allow extra time to come down from the hills and onto the main highway before the long run to the airport. Our Bangalore to Chikmagalur cab page covers a full round trip from the city.
Flight timing
Catching a flight from Chikmagalur
If you are leaving Chikmagalur for a Bengaluru departure, the sensible plan is to travel the previous day, or to start very early, because the journey is nearly a day’s drive. Confirm your airline’s check-in cut-off and keep a generous buffer for rain, fog on the hill roads and highway traffic.
For arrivals, share your flight number and terminal (Terminal 1 or Terminal 2) when booking. Travelling after a long flight, many guests prefer to drive straight on and reach their stay in daylight.
Choosing a cab
Right vehicle for hill roads and luggage
For two people, a Ciaz or Dzire works well. For families and groups with more bags, the Innova, Crysta or Hycross is steadier and roomier on hill roads. Friends travelling together can look at the Tempo Traveller.
Rain is common in the hills for much of the year, and the road surface near the estates can be slippery. Your driver will set a steady pace, so avoid planning a tight connection on the day you travel down.
Vehicle options
Cabs for the Chikmagalur airport journey
Vehicle availability depends on your travel date. Tell us your group size and luggage when booking and we will suggest a suitable option.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
How far is Chikmagalur from Bangalore airport?
The route-planner figure is about 295 km, about 4 h of driving without traffic or stops, in both directions.
Can you drop me at my homestay or estate?
Yes, in most cases. Give the property name and a contact number. Some estate lanes are narrow, so the driver may need directions for the last stretch.
Is a Bangalore airport to Chikmagalur taxi available one way?
Yes. You can book a one-way pickup from the airport, a drop to the airport, or both, and the fare is confirmed when you book.
Are tolls and parking extra?
Yes. Tolls and parking are charged extra.
Which cab suits a family of five or six?
An Innova, Crysta or Hycross has room for the family and luggage. Ask us about a Tempo Traveller for bigger groups.
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