{ "response": { "Key": "IAD-BLR", "orig": { "code": "IAD", "type": "airport", "city": "Washington", "fullCity": "Washington, United States", "airport": "Washington Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "BLR", "type": "airport", "city": "Bengaluru", "fullCity": "Bengaluru, India", "airport": "Kempegowda Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Washington to Bengaluru?", "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Washington Dulles (IAD) to Bengaluru (BLR). The quickest way is a one-stop connection, typically taking about 21½ hours; common routings go through Doha (Qatar Airways), Frankfurt (Lufthansa), or Abu Dhabi (Etihad). Qatar Airways often has the lowest median fare around $1,153, while Etihad can dip as low as $898.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule", "route_options" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Bengaluru?", "answer": "Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) is about 35–40 km north of the city center, and the most-used ground transport is app-based taxi or ride-share, with prepaid airport taxis also readily available. BMTC operates airport shuttle buses (Vayu Vajra) that connect the terminals to major city areas, and auto rickshaws are common for shorter local trips. The Namma Metro does not yet reach the airport directly, so it is not a practical airport-to-city option; car rentals exist but are less popular for this journey. Given Bengaluru's heavy traffic congestion, taxis and ride-shares remain the most reliable and widely used choice for visitors.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Bengaluru", "title": "Transport in Bengaluru", "time_published": "2026-07-15T13:59:19Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kempegowda_International_Airport", "title": "Kempegowda International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-14T09:47:03Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport%20in%20Bengaluru", "title": "Transport in Bengaluru", "time_published": "2026-04-10T09:54:47Z" } ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Washington to Bengaluru?", "answer": "No overnight (red‑eye) flights are available from Washington Dulles (IAD) to Bengaluru (BLR) — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red‑eye long leg turn up in the schedule.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Washington to Bengaluru?", "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Washington Dulles to Bengaluru. The most common connecting routings are on Qatar Airways via Doha, operating about four times daily, and Lufthansa via Frankfurt, also around four times daily. Air France via Paris, Etihad via Abu Dhabi, Virgin Atlantic via London Heathrow, and Emirates via Dubai each offer one or two daily connections. Specific per-carrier fares aren't provided here, but these airlines dominate the one-stop options on this route.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Washington and Bengaluru?", "answer": "Common layovers include Dubai, Doha, Frankfurt and London. Dubai and Doha offer efficient one‑stop connections and visa‑free transit for many nationalities, while Frankfurt and London provide broad European and global networks with streamlined transfer processes. These hubs keep total travel time competitive." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Bengaluru?", "answer": "November to February offers the most pleasant weather with moderate temperatures and low humidity, and it avoids the heavy monsoon rains." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Washington to Bengaluru?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date, a valid Indian visa or e-Visa, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage, and any required vaccination or health certificates." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Bengaluru?", "answer": "Bengaluru has one commercial airport, Kempegowda International Airport, located about 40 kilometres north of the city centre. It serves all domestic and international flights." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Washington Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "Getting to Washington Dulles International Airport from downtown Washington, D.C. is easiest by Metrorail's Silver Line, which connects directly to the terminal via an indoor pedestrian tunnel with moving sidewalks. Ride-share services like Uber and Lyft, as well as taxis, offer door-to-door convenience, while driving yourself is possible with several on-site parking garages. The Silver Line is generally the most popular and budget-friendly choice, while a taxi or ride-share is fastest but more expensive. Shuttle buses are also available from some hotels and regional locations.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.flydulles.com/parking-transportation", "title": "flydulles.com - Parking & Transportation", "favicon": "https://www.flydulles.com/themes/custom/mwaa_barrio/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://www.flydulles.com/metro", "title": "flydulles.com - Dulles Airport Metrorail Station", "favicon": "https://www.flydulles.com/themes/custom/mwaa_barrio/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://www.flydulles.com/", "title": "Official Website of Washington Dulles International Airport - IAD", "favicon": "https://www.flydulles.com/themes/custom/mwaa_barrio/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dulles_International_Airport", "title": "Dulles International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-18T13:47:09Z" }, { "url": "https://flydulles.com/shopping-dining", "title": "flydulles.com - Shopping & Dining", "favicon": "https://flydulles.com/themes/custom/mwaa_barrio/favicon.ico" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Bengaluru airport?", "answer": "Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport has a transit hotel and sleep pods directly inside the terminal. The 080 Transit Hotel is located airside in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, with rooms available in hourly blocks. It offers private beds and bathrooms, and advance booking is recommended during peak travel periods.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/lounges/bangalore-kempegowda-airport-lounges.htm", "title": "Bangalore Airport Lounges (BLR) – Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/bangalore-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Bangalore Airport Guide (BLR) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-08-08T18:06:06Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kempegowda_International_Airport", "title": "Kempegowda International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-14T09:47:03Z" }, { "url": "https://all.accor.com/hotel/B2W1/index.de.shtml", "title": "Hotel in Bengaluru - ibis Bengaluru Hebbal - ALL - Accor Live Limitless - ALL" }, { "url": "https://stories.hilton.com/apac/releases/indias-largest-doubletree-by-hilton-opens-near-bengaluru-international-airport", "title": "India’s Largest DoubleTree by Hilton Opens Near Bengaluru International Airport, Marking Hilton’s Eighth Hotel in the City ‑ Stories From Hilton ‑ APAC", "favicon": "https://stories.hilton.com/icons/apple-touch-icon.png", "time_published": "2026-02-02T05:31:00Z" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Kempegowda Intl Airport?", "answer": "Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru offers currency exchange offices, prayer rooms or chapels, and free Wi-Fi to passengers. Currency exchange counters are available in both the departures and arrivals areas, while prayer rooms are located in the international and domestic terminals for quiet reflection. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the terminal, typically accessible for a limited time by registering with a mobile number. The airport also has duty-free shops and other passenger amenities in the arrivals area.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kempegowda_International_Airport", "title": "Kempegowda International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-14T09:47:03Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kempegowda%20International%20Airport", "title": "Kempegowda International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-26T13:10:55Z" }, { "url": "https://civilaviation.gov.in/taxonomy/term/178", "title": "Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru | Ministry of Civil Aviation", "time_published": "2026-04-30T11:04:08Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bengaluru_International_Airport", "title": "Kempegowda International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-17T13:27:37Z" } ] }, "q16": { "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Washington and Bengaluru airports?", "answer": "Washington Dulles (IAD) offers wheelchair-accessible shuttle buses, accessible rental-car shuttles, and wheelchair assistance arranged through your airline, plus a Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard program for travelers with invisible disabilities. Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) provides accessibility services in line with Indian civil aviation requirements, including assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, though specific children's play areas are not detailed in available public information. For both airports, it's best to request wheelchair or mobility assistance through your airline at least 48 hours before departure.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.flydulles.com/iad/disability-services", "title": "flydulles.com - Disability Services", "favicon": "https://www.flydulles.com/themes/custom/mwaa_barrio/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://www.flydulles.com/", "title": "Official Website of Washington Dulles International Airport - IAD", "favicon": "https://www.flydulles.com/themes/custom/mwaa_barrio/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://www.mwaa.com/", "title": "Official Website of Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority - MWAA", "favicon": "https://www.mwaa.com/themes/custom/mwaa_barrio/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-08-26T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dulles_International_Airport", "title": "Dulles International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-18T13:47:09Z" }, { "url": "https://www.mwaa.com/policefireems/fire-ems/fire-ems-washington-dulles-international-airport", "title": "mwaa.com - Fire & EMS at Washington Dulles International Airport", "favicon": "https://www.mwaa.com/themes/custom/mwaa_barrio/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://civilaviation.gov.in/sites/default/files/2023-07/7 Extension-of-Concession-Agreement.pdf", "title": "Extension of term of the Concession Agreement in respect of Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru" }, { "url": "https://civilaviation.gov.in/taxonomy/term/178", "title": "Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru | Ministry of Civil Aviation", "time_published": "2026-04-30T11:04:08Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kempegowda_International_Airport", "title": "Kempegowda International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-14T09:47:03Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kempegowda%20International%20Airport", "title": "Kempegowda International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-26T13:10:55Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Washington to Bengaluru?", "answer": "There is no nonstop service from Washington to Bengaluru, so travelers connect through hubs like Frankfurt, Doha, Abu Dhabi, Paris, or London. Qatar Airways most often operates the long-haul leg with Airbus A350-900s and Boeing 777-300ERs via Doha, while Lufthansa uses Boeing 747-400s via Frankfurt and Etihad uses Boeing 787-9s via Abu Dhabi. Air France flies Airbus A350-900s via Paris and Virgin Atlantic uses Boeing 787-9s via London, with shorter connecting legs on aircraft such as the Airbus A340-600, A350-1000, and A321neo.", "methodology": "Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Washington to Bengaluru?", "answer": "Oneworld (Qatar Airways and British Airways), Star Alliance (Lufthansa, Swiss, Air Canada, and United), and SkyTeam (Air France and KLM) all serve the Washington–Bengaluru route via their connecting hubs. Etihad, Emirates, and Virgin Atlantic also operate one-stop itineraries but are not members of a global alliance.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "route_options" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Washington?", "answer": "Washington Dulles offers several airline lounges when departing, including the Etihad Lounge, Air France-KLM Lounge, and Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse in Concourse A, plus the Turkish Airlines Lounge Washington in Concourse B. The Capital One Lounge is also available just beyond TSA PreCheck between the East and West security checkpoints on the Ticketing Level, with grab-and-go food and a full-service coffee bar while it operates under a limited-service model, and no reservations are required—just show your boarding pass. Note that the Lufthansa Business and Senator Lounges in Concourse B are temporarily closed.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://prioritypass.com/lounges/united-states-of-america/washington-dulles-international", "title": "Washington Dulles International Airport IAD Lounges - IAD Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "favicon": "https://prioritypass.com/icon.png?icon.1k7202wk2zqql.png?dpl=1f82db4e-b1f8-481b-b911-c24ef915cc46", "time_published": "2026-08-18T11:40:12Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/IAD", "title": "American Express Lounges at Washington Dulles International Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://flydulles.com/travel-information/services-amenities/airport-lounges/capital-one-lounge-iad", "title": "Capital One Lounge - IAD | flydulles.com", "favicon": "https://flydulles.com/themes/custom/mwaa_barrio/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/washington-dulles-international", "title": "Washington Dulles International Airport IAD Lounges - IAD Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://united.com/en/ca/fly/travel/airport/iad-map.html", "title": "Dulles International Airport Map | United Airlines", "favicon": "https://united.com/icons/icon-72x72.png" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Washington to Bengaluru?", "answer": "From Washington to Bengaluru, allowance depends on airline and fare. Basic economy often excludes checked bags, while standard international economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Higher fare classes and premium cabins allow more." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Washington to Bengaluru?", "answer": "Typical cabins from Washington to Bengaluru include Economy, Premium Economy, and flat‑bed Business class; First class is uncommon." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and premium‑cabin tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while deeply discounted economy fares typically do not." } } } }