Airport transfer
Tirupati to Bangalore Airport Taxi
Many pilgrims fly into Kempegowda International Airport and drive on to Tirupati, or return the same way after visiting the hill shrine at Tirumala. A private cab handles the whole long run in one comfortable stretch.
The drive
Between Tirupati and Kempegowda Airport
This is a long, interstate transfer from Andhra Pradesh to Karnataka, not a city drop. You leave the temple town and drive west towards Bengaluru, then continue north to the airport at Devanahalli.
| To Kempegowda International Airport | About 230 km, about 3 h 15 min of driving |
| From the airport | About 230 km, about 3 h 15 min of driving |
| Main roads | NH 71, SH 82, NH 69, SH 419 |
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.
The route planner lists NH 71, SH 82, NH 69 and SH 419 on the way. These are route-planner figures without traffic or stops, so add time for breaks, meals and busy stretches. For reference, the planner gives about 260 km and about 3 h 15 min from central Bengaluru to Tirupati.
Because the trip crosses a state line, interstate permit charges and tolls are extra and are not part of the base fare.
Pilgrim trips
Flying in for Tirupati and Tirumala
Tirupati is known worldwide for the Sri Venkateswara temple at Tirumala, and the town has its own railway station and bus stand. Some travellers prefer to land at Bengaluru for flight connections or schedule reasons, then take a cab to Tirupati. Others return from Tirupati to catch an onward flight from Bengaluru.
If you are planning darshan, check the current booking and entry arrangements with the temple authorities before you travel, and keep your timings flexible. We do not arrange darshan tickets.
Planning
Timing a flight after a Tirupati stay
Do not squeeze this drive against a tight check-in cut-off. Leave Tirupati with a generous margin, and be ready for a halt on the way. An early start from your hotel is better than a late one.
For an arrival, share your flight number and terminal (Terminal 1 or Terminal 2) when you book. The driver can then wait for you, and you can start the road to Tirupati without delay. A longer trip is easier in an Innova, Innova Crysta or Hycross, especially for a family. See the Innova airport taxi page for the larger cars.
Other options
Round trips from Bengaluru
If you want a round trip with sightseeing rather than a one-way airport run, our Bangalore to Tirupati cab page explains how outstation billing works. The fare for an airport transfer is confirmed when you book.
Vehicle options
Cabs for the Tirupati airport drive
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 Tirupati from Bangalore airport?
The route planner gives about 230 km each way, about 3 h 15 min of driving without traffic or stops. Allow extra time for the road.
Is Tirupati an interstate trip from Bangalore?
Yes. It is in Andhra Pradesh, so interstate permit charges and tolls are charged extra.
What is the Tirupati to Bangalore airport distance compared with the city?
From central Bengaluru the planner shows about 260 km and about 3 h 15 min. The airport figure is measured to the terminal at Devanahalli instead.
Can I book a cab from Bangalore airport to Tirupati?
Yes. Share your flight number and terminal and we will plan the pickup and the drive.
Can a group travel together?
Yes. For a larger group, ask us about the Tempo Traveller.
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