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Cheapest round-trip
$879
Typical prices: $688-$1,008
Japan Airlines
Wed 9/9Tue 9/22
SFO - BLR • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$478
Typical prices: $362-$603
Air India
Mon 8/17
SFO - BLR • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Bengaluru. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,272 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 20h 11m (one-way)
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru (SFO-BLR)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Bengaluru

Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 22
Japan Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 12:15 amSFO  San Francisco-BLR Bengaluru Intl
21h 50m1 stop Tokyo Narita
Japan Airlines Logo
2:20 am - 11:55 amBLR  Bengaluru Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 05m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$879Japan Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Oct 7
Air India Logo
10:30 am - 9:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-BLR Bengaluru Intl
46h 15m2 stops Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Air India Logo
10:00 pm - 7:00 amBLR  Bengaluru Intl-SFO San Francisco
21h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$881Air India
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 18
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 10:25 amSFO  San Francisco-BLR Bengaluru Intl
34h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:35 am - 9:50 amBLR  Bengaluru Intl-SFO San Francisco
34h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
$881Singapore Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Nov 1
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11:45 am - 10:25 amSFO  San Francisco-BLR Bengaluru Intl
34h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 8:50 amBLR  Bengaluru Intl-SFO San Francisco
33h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
$881Singapore Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Oct 28
Air India Logo
8:45 pm - 1:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-BLR Bengaluru Intl
28h 05m2 stops Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Air India Logo
10:25 pm - 7:00 amBLR  Bengaluru Intl-SFO San Francisco
21h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$881Air India
Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 22
Japan Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 12:15 amSFO  San Francisco-BLR Bengaluru Intl
21h 50m1 stop Tokyo Narita
Japan Airlines Logo
2:20 am - 2:27 pmBLR  Bengaluru Intl-SFO San Francisco
24h 37m2 stops Tokyo Narita Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$888Japan Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Oct 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:32 am - 12:15 amSFO  San Francisco-BLR Bengaluru Intl
25h 13m2 stops San Diego Tokyo Narita
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:55 am - 11:30 amBLR  Bengaluru Intl-SFO San Francisco
21h 05m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$961Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Fri, Sep 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:32 am - 12:15 amSFO  San Francisco-BLR Bengaluru Intl
25h 13m2 stops San Diego Tokyo Narita
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:20 am - 11:55 amBLR  Bengaluru Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 05m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$962Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 21
Qatar Airways Logo
3:55 pm - 2:30 amSFO  San Francisco-BLR Bengaluru Intl
22h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:00 am - 1:35 pmBLR  Bengaluru Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$967Qatar Airways
Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 18
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3:00 pm - 2:15 amSFO  San Francisco-BLR Bengaluru Intl
21h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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3:50 am - 12:40 pmBLR  Bengaluru Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$987Qatar Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Bengaluru flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Bengaluru?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Bengaluru departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Bengaluru from San Francisco usually cost between $748 and $1,246 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $879 on Japan Airlines (Sep 9-Sep 22).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore)?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore), look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Bengaluru (Bangalore), Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Thursday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore)?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore) is February, where tickets cost $808 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,502 and $1,461 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore)?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore), you should book around 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 21% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Bengaluru

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on BLR

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$478
Most popular time to fly with an average 38% increase in price.
Flight from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore)

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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore)

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru?

    Unfortunately, there are no nonstop flights between San Francisco and Bengaluru. But you can find the shortest route on KAYAK. Different airlines fly this route, including Delta Air Lines, India Air, and Emirates Airways. You can get a flight by Delta Air Lines from San Francisco International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru with two stops at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). There’s also a British Airways flight that includes a stop at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) that you could book through KAYAK.

  • Does Bengaluru Airport offer services for disabled travelers?

    The airport offers buggy and wheelchair rental services. If you need assistance, contact the airport staff to place a reservation. They also have assistants if you need help navigating the facility.

  • Are there on-site hotels at the Bengaluru Airport?

    While at the Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru, you can check in to the Day Hotel, located in the Domestic Departures section. The hotel is open 24 hours and is accessible to passengers with flight tickets or boarding passes. Services available include a premium lounge, free Wi-Fi, a private restaurant, and a spa. There are 20 rooms in different categories to suit each passenger’s needs.

  • What amenities are available for travelers at the Bengaluru Airport?

    The airport offers different amenities, including prayer rooms, restrooms, showers, a child care room, and currency exchange services. For support, they have an interactive voice response system, and you can use their self-service check-in kiosks. If you need to move luggage, there are luggage carts.

  • Where can I go in San Francisco (SFO) to relax before my flight?

    For those who don’t like flying or wish to release some stress before their flight to Bengaluru (BLR), there are Yoga Rooms inside the airport terminals. You’ll find them in both Terminals 2 and 3. In Terminal 2 it’s on Level 2, located in the corridor connecting the areas past the C and D Security Checkpoint, and in Terminal 3 it’s on Level 2 next to Gate E6.

  • Are there any pet relief stations at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    If you’re traveling out of San Francisco International Airport with your pet or service animal, make sure you visit one of the pet relief areas before boarding your flight to Bengaluru (BLR). The indoor locations are post-security in Terminals 1, 2, and 3, and outdoors in Terminals 2 and 3. In the International Terminals A and G, from where you’d be departing to BLR, they are next to Gates A10 and G5.

  • How can I get from Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to the Bangalore Palace?

    The Bangalore Palace is just north of the city center. There are public buses, the Kias-5A route, that make the trip from Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR) to the palace taking around two hours for about ₹235 ($3). However, a taxi takes about half an hour, and you can expect to pay around ₹1,170 ($15).

  • Are there any baby care facilities in the Bangalore Airport (BLR)?

    For those arriving at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR) with babies or young infants after a long flight, you’ll want to freshen them up. Make your way to the baby care facilities in the international arrivals area. You’ll locate them on the first floor, after exiting the International Departures Hall and before going through Immigration Check.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore)?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore) was $472 for a one-way ticket and $879 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Bengaluru (Bangalore)?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Bengaluru (Bangalore) from San Francisco.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore)?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore) flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore)?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Bengaluru (Bangalore), with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Bengaluru (Bangalore) from San Francisco?

    Singapore is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore).

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore), Japan Airlines or Singapore Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore) are Japan Airlines and Singapore Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,829 and an overall rating of 8.3, Japan Airlines is the most popular choice. Singapore Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $859 and an overall rating of 8.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore)?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore).

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore)?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Bengaluru (Bangalore) from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore)?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Bengaluru (Bangalore) with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and BLR can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore)?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Bengaluru (Bangalore) from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Bengaluru (Bangalore)

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $428 or less one-way.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the ideal option if you’re traveling from San Francisco to Bengaluru. It’s also easy to access from different parts of the Bay.
  • For business travelers, the San Francisco International Airport offers free Wi-Fi throughout its terminals, and there are work stations at the terminals. In addition, you get power outlets for all your gadgets.
  • You can rent a private shower room at the San Francisco Airport to tidy up before your flight. The shower facilities are in the International Terminal Main Hall. There are travel-size toiletry and bath products if you need to buy some.
  • If you’re traveling with kids, the San Francisco Airport has your needs covered. You can entertain your children at the nursery or rent a car seat.
  • The Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR) is the main airport if you’re traveling to Bengaluru, the capital of Karnataka, an Indian state in the country's southern part.
  • When you arrive in Bengaluru, you can use the airport’s free Wi-Fi. You need to register to use the service and you’ll receive a password. Also, you can use internet stations inside the airport.
  • Explore transit services at the Bengaluru Airport. Indulge in a meal at the airport, unwind at one of the airport’s lounges, or rejuvenate at the spa. Contact the airport for assistance.
  • If you need to move around from the Bengaluru Airport, you can choose different means. There are daily bus connections to the city center. A taxi takes 1h to reach the city center. To explore the city on your own, you can use car rental services, which you can book online.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a United Airlines hub. In this case, you’ll find them offering more frequent direct routes from San Francisco to Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR) than other airlines, such as Air India.
  • Although there are some direct flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR), there are more options that are also generally more affordable, with a layover in between. For instance, KLM operates routes with a layover in Amsterdam (AMS) and Air India stopping in New Delhi (DEL).
  • If you’re renting a car upon your arrival at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR), the car rental agencies' desks are located within the terminal, in the arrival hall. They’re between the coffee bistro and the information counter.
  • Avoid the traffic and dealing with parking and take public transportation to fly out of San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The Bay Area Rapid Transit has trains connecting downtown San Francisco with the airport. The Yellow-S Line goes directly there in about 35-40 minutes.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has an art program you can enjoy if you have some time to spare before boarding your flight to Bangalore. There are various public art pieces featured throughout the airport, like the Light Beams for the Sky of a Transfer Corridor at the far end of the International Terminal Main Hall.

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Other airlines flying from San Francisco to Bengaluru

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Bengaluru according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.