The new Bengaluru International Airport will commence its operations on Friday, May 23, 2008 (00:01 hours of May 23). All flights landing and departing after midnight (May 22, 2008) will operate from the new airport, and the HAL Airport will not be functional from May 23, 2008.
Departure from Bengaluru International Airport
Please find attached below the information on the location of the airport and the various means of transport. The check-in hall at the new airport is common for domestic and international passengers. There are '53 check-in counters' and '18 Self check-in machine's. There is no need to screen your bags before check-in.
The following "User Development Fee" would be collected at the airport directly from passengers leaving Bengaluru. However, those arriving would not have to pay any "User development fee".
International Passengers - INR 1070.
Domestic Passengers - INR 675.
Once you have checked-in, follow the domestic and international departure gate signs on the first floor and proceed through security. Post security check-in you will find a wide range of retail stores and food & beverage outlets. There are also comfortable lounges for first and business class passengers. Free Wi-Fi Internet is also available for those carrying their laptops.
Arrival at Bengaluru International Airport
The airport is equipped with adequate number of immigration counters and baggage carousels for quick baggage retrieval. A large duty free shop is also located near the baggage claim area.
The following means of transport are available from day one: ·
AC Volvo Buses operated by BMTC to key destinations in the city (Indicative price to MG Road: Rs. 120). ·
Reliable professional Taxi services operated by MERU and Easycabs, with a metered fare (Indicative Rate to MG Road: Rs. 600). ·
Premium Limousine Cars operated by Hertz and Akbar Travels – Cars with drivers as well as self driven cars are available.
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