Bangalore to Aurangabad flight guide — airlines, fares, Ajanta & Ellora travel tips, airport info.
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Quick answer: Bangalore to Aurangabad non-stop flights take about ≈ 1h 30m, operated by IndiGo, Air India, ≈ 1–2 direct flights daily (some days via connection). Indian passport holders should check the visa requirement summarised below. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest BLR–IXU fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
Last reviewed June 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · route facts cross-checked against DGCA and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) · fares are live — verify the final price in search before booking.
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IndiGo and Air India share the Bangalore–Aurangabad market, though combined they offer only 1–2 non-stop departures on most days. On days with no direct flight, the quickest routing is via Mumbai (BOM) where a 45–60-minute connection produces a total journey time of roughly 3–3.5 hours door-to-door. Some passengers route via Hyderabad (HYD) for slightly different departure windows. If you need flexibility, search both direct and connecting options — sometimes the 1-stop fare is actually cheaper and the frequency gives you a better departure time. Check the schedule 4–6 weeks out since Aurangabad is a tier-2 market where airline capacity shifts seasonally.
Non-stop Bangalore to Aurangabad fares typically start around ₹ 3,000 for economy when booked 4–6 weeks ahead in lean months (April–June). Heritage travel season peaks November–February, pushing fares to ₹ 5,000–₹ 9,000 for the non-stop. An indirect ticket via Mumbai sometimes undercuts the non-stop by ₹ 1,000–₹ 2,000 even after accounting for connection time, so it's worth comparing. As of June 2026 fares are dynamic; use FlightGPT's price-trend view to see the cheapest day in your travel window. Saturday and Tuesday are historically quieter on this route.
The ≈ 1h 30m flight heads northwest from BLR, crossing over the Karnataka–Maharashtra border and the Godavari basin before final descent into Chikkalthana Airport on Aurangabad's eastern outskirts. On clear days you can see the shadow of the Sahyadri ranges as you climb out of Bangalore. In-flight catering is buy-on-board on IndiGo; Air India includes a light snack on shorter domestic routes. Landing at Aurangabad's small terminal can feel abrupt as the runway is relatively short — perfectly safe, just different from metro airports. Sit on the right side of the plane for views of the Deccan plateau on the way in.
IndiGo's standard economy (Saver) fare includes only 7 kg carry-on; buying 15 kg checked baggage at booking time in June 2026 costs roughly ₹ 500–₹ 900 online. Air India domestic economy includes 25 kg checked, which can offset a higher base fare for luggage-heavy travellers. Photography enthusiasts visiting the caves should note: large camera bags, tripods or drone equipment may require advance approval. BCAS cabin-security rules prohibit lithium batteries above 100 Wh in checked baggage — keep drone batteries in the cabin bag.
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) is ≈ 40 km from central Bangalore; allow 60–90 minutes for the drive in traffic. Domestic departures use T1 (older) or T2 (new, opened 2023) — verify your terminal at booking. Aurangabad Airport (IXU), also known as Chikkalthana, is a defence-civil airport about 10 km from the city centre. Taxis and auto-rickshaws are available outside arrivals; no app-cab surge here usually. The airport is small with limited food options, so eat before your return departure. Ajanta Caves are 100 km northeast of the airport (≈ 2h by road) and Ellora is just 30 km west.
This is a domestic Indian route; no visa or passport is required. Present any government-issued photo ID at check-in and security — Aadhaar (including mAadhaar on your phone), PAN card, voter ID, driver's licence or passport. Minors under 12 travelling alone require additional guardian consent documentation at most carriers' check-in. DigiYatra is available at BLR T2 and T1 for paperless boarding via facial recognition — enrol before you arrive to save queue time.
Aurangabad is the logical base for both UNESCO cave complexes. Ellora (30 km, 45 min by road) is open Tuesday–Sunday; Ajanta (100 km, 2h by road) is closed on Mondays. Both require 4–5 hours on-site to do justice. A 2-night Aurangabad stay lets you cover both comfortably plus the Bibi Ka Maqbara (the 'mini Taj') in the city itself. October to March is ideal weather; April–June is hot but less crowded; monsoon (July–September) makes the landscape vivid and some cave paths muddy. Entry fees are modest at ₹ 40 (Indian citizens) at most ASI-protected sites here.
Yes, IndiGo and Air India operate ≈ 1–2 non-stop daily. Some days you'll need a connection via Mumbai; check the live schedule 4–6 weeks before travel.
Non-stop is ≈ 1h 30m. Via Mumbai, total journey time is roughly 3–3.5 hours including connection time.
Economy non-stop starts around ₹ 3,000 booked early; heritage season (Nov–Feb) pushes fares to ₹ 5,000–₹ 9,000. Connecting fares via BOM can sometimes be ₹ 1,000–₹ 2,000 cheaper.
Ellora is ≈ 30 km (45 min) from the airport; Ajanta is ≈ 100 km (2h). Both can be visited in a 2-night Aurangabad stay.
At BLR, IndiGo typically departs T1; Air India may use T1 or T2 — confirm on your e-ticket. Aurangabad (IXU) has a single shared terminal.
No — only a government photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, voter ID or passport). No visa needed on domestic Indian routes.
There is no single "cheapest day" to fly Bangalore to Aurangabad — the lowest fare is the one you find by comparing live. Open the search above to line up Bangalore–Aurangabad prices across IndiGo, Air India; booking ahead and avoiding peak weekends typically trims 25–40 percent off the walk-up fare.
Flying Bangalore to Aurangabad at short notice doesn't always mean overpaying. Off-peak departures and unsold seats on IndiGo, Air India can surface real same-week deals. Put your date into the FlightGPT search above and we'll show every available BLR–IXU fare side by side in seconds.
Most travellers prefer the Bangalore to Aurangabad non-stop option. The direct Bangalore-Aurangabad flight time is ≈ 1h 30m. If you are flexible, 1-stop alternatives through major hubs can be 15-30 percent cheaper. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Bangalore Aurangabad ticket but are open to a layover.
Bangalore–Aurangabad pricing rewards comparison over loyalty: the best value rotates between low-cost and full-service carriers depending on the date. FlightGPT's grid surfaces every Bangalore Aurangabad fare with baggage and meals counted in, so the genuinely cheapest all-in ticket is the one that rises to the top.