Bangalore to Hubli flight guide — airlines, fares, schedule, baggage and travel tips for North Karnataka.
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Quick answer: Bangalore to Hubli flights take about ≈ 1h – 1h 10m (non-stop where available; some 1-stop), operated by IndiGo, Star Air (verify), ≈ 1–2 flights daily; services are limited — verify current schedule. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest BLR–HBX 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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Hubli Airport (IATA: HBX) is a regional airport with historically thin domestic connectivity. As of June 2026, IndiGo has operated BLR–HBX services intermittently, and Star Air — a regional carrier funded by the UDAN scheme — has also served this route, making Hubli one of the beneficiaries of India's regional connectivity programme. However, schedules on thin regional routes like this one are prone to suspension or frequency reduction. It is strongly recommended to verify live schedules on FlightGPT before planning — the current timetable may show zero or one daily option. If air availability is poor, the Hubli Rajdhani and overnight buses are excellent alternatives.
Because seat count is low and competition limited, Bangalore–Hubli air fares are often disproportionately high relative to the distance. Economy fares can range from ₹2,500 on promotional windows to ₹7,000–₹9,500 when seats are scarce. Compare this to overnight KSRTC Airavat or premium bus services (₹400–₹900) or the Rani Chennamma Express train (≈ 7h, ₹500–₹800 in 3AC). For leisure travellers with flexibility, the train is nearly always a better value proposition. Air makes sense mainly for business travellers, those with tight schedules, or passengers who cannot manage overnight journeys. Fares as of June 2026.
The block time for BLR–HBX is typically around 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes. Aircraft deployed on this ultra-short sector are usually ATR 72 turboprops or Bombardier Q400s operated under UDAN, or an A320-family jet if IndiGo services the route. The flight climbs steeply and descends quickly — there is little cruise altitude time. In-flight service is minimal on this domestic hop. Hubli lies at an elevation of ≈ 673 m above sea level, so the approach into HBX is pleasant with views of the Deccan plateau. Weather disruption is rare on this interior route except during the July–August monsoon peak.
Hubli Airport (HBX) is a compact facility located approximately 6 km from Hubballi city centre and about 22 km from Dharwad, the twin city. The terminal has basic check-in counters, a small café, and taxi/auto-rickshaw stands outside. Ola and Uber are active in Hubballi city and generally available for airport pickups via the app. Auto-rickshaws cost approximately ₹100–₹200 to central Hubballi. The airport is close to the NH-67 corridor, making onward road travel to Dharwad, Gadag, and Bagalkot convenient. For Dandeli wildlife sanctuary, road travel is ≈ 80 km north.
No visa or passport is required for this domestic Karnataka route. A valid government photo ID — Aadhaar card, voter ID, PAN card, or driving licence — is sufficient. Bangalore's Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) has DigiYatra biometric boarding enabled at its terminal, allowing enrolled passengers to board without showing a paper boarding pass. If you are booked on a UDAN-subsidised fare, carry your booking reference carefully as these fares are sometimes non-refundable and non-transferable under UDAN scheme rules. Children below 12 years on child fares may need a birth certificate for age verification.
Given the thin and sometimes-absent air schedule on BLR–HBX, alternatives are worth knowing. The Rani Chennamma Express (Bangalore Cantonment to Hubballi) covers the route in approximately 7–8 hours overnight — comfortable in 2AC or 3AC at ₹600–₹1,400. KSRTC's Airavat Club Class and Sleeper buses depart multiple times nightly (₹700–₹1,200) and are popular with working professionals. The road distance via NH-48 to Davangere and then NH-67 to Hubli is ≈ 435 km; a private taxi or self-drive takes around 6–7 hours. Weigh these options carefully before paying a premium air fare for a 1-hour flight with limited availability.
Limited direct services exist as of June 2026, typically 1–2 per day operated by IndiGo or Star Air under the UDAN scheme. Schedules vary seasonally — always verify live availability before booking.
The flight takes approximately 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes block time. Aircraft are usually ATR 72 turboprops or A320-family jets depending on the carrier.
Economy fares range from ≈ ₹2,500 on promotional windows to ₹7,000–₹9,500 when seats are scarce. Trains and overnight buses often offer far better value (₹500–₹1,200) for this 405 km route.
Hubli Airport (HBX) is the city's own airport, located ≈ 6 km from Hubballi city centre. The next nearest usable airport is Belgaum (IXG) at ≈ 100 km, or Bangalore (BLR) ≈ 405 km.
Yes — the Rani Chennamma Express runs overnight (≈ 7–8 hours) and is a popular option. Multiple KSRTC Airavat and Sleeper buses also depart nightly, taking about 7–8 hours.
Hubballi is North Karnataka's commercial and industrial hub, known for its cotton and textile trade, proximity to Dharwad (known for Dharwad Peda), and access to Dandeli wildlife sanctuary (≈ 80 km north) and Unkal Lake.
There is no single "cheapest day" to fly Bangalore to Hubli — the lowest fare is the one you find by comparing live. Open the search above to line up Bangalore–Hubli prices across IndiGo, Star Air (verify); booking ahead and avoiding peak weekends typically trims 25–40 percent off the walk-up fare.
Flying Bangalore to Hubli at short notice doesn't always mean overpaying. Off-peak departures and unsold seats on IndiGo, Star Air (verify) can surface real same-week deals. Put your date into the FlightGPT search above and we'll show every available BLR–HBX fare side by side in seconds.
There is currently no non-stop service between Bangalore and Hubli — itineraries connect via a hub, with a typical journey of ≈ 1h – 1h 10m (non-stop where available; some 1-stop). Comparing hubs side by side often saves 15-30 percent. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Bangalore Hubli ticket but are open to a layover.
Bangalore–Hubli 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 Hubli fare with baggage and meals counted in, so the genuinely cheapest all-in ticket is the one that rises to the top.