Bangalore to Imphal flight guide — connecting airlines, journey time, fare tips, baggage, terminals and top things to know about Manipur.
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Quick answer: Bangalore to Imphal flights take about ≈ 3h 50m–5h (1-stop via Kolkata or Guwahati), operated by IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, ≈ 2–4 connecting options daily (no non-stop). Indian passport holders should check the visa requirement summarised below. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest BLR–IMF 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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The most common itinerary routes through Kolkata (CCU) where IndiGo and Air India both operate onward flights to Imphal (IMF). The BLR–CCU leg takes ≈ 2h 30m, and the CCU–IMF hop adds another ≈ 1h 10m plus a 1–2 hour connection window. Guwahati (GAU) is an alternative hub especially for SpiceJet connections; the GAU–IMF leg is ≈ 45 minutes. A small number of itineraries also route via Delhi (DEL), though these extend total travel time considerably. IndiGo typically has the most frequency and the lowest base fares on both gateway cities.
Bir Tikendrajit International Airport (IMF) received international airport status in 2020 and handles flights from Southeast Asian cities as well as all major Indian metros via connections. The terminal building is compact; baggage claim and the exit are within a few minutes of deplaning. Prepaid taxi desks are inside arrivals and charge ≈ ₹250–₹400 for the 8 km ride to the Imphal city centre. App-based cabs are available but coverage can be patchy, so a prepaid counter is the safest option on arrival. The airport has a café and a souvenir shop selling Manipuri handloom products.
Bangalore–Imphal fares fluctuate significantly with seasonal demand. The cheapest windows are typically January–February (post New Year) and July–August (off-peak monsoon), when one-way fares can dip to ≈ ₹6,500–₹8,500. The Sangai Festival (late November) draws significant domestic tourist traffic and pushes fares toward ₹14,000–₹16,000+. Christmas–New Year and the April Cheiraoba New Year festival period are also high-demand. Booking 3–6 weeks ahead and being flexible on the connection hub (CCU vs GAU) can save ₹1,500–₹3,000 per ticket.
Manipur is celebrated for Loktak Lake — India's largest freshwater lake with its floating phumdis (biomass islands) and the unique Keibul Lamjao floating national park, home to the endangered Sangai deer. Imphal itself has the Ima Keithel (Mothers' Market), one of Asia's largest all-women markets, as well as the INA Memorial at Moirang, a World War II site of deep historical resonance. The state is also known for its indigenous martial art Thang Ta and for producing many of India's top athletes, particularly in boxing and weightlifting. October–March is the most comfortable weather period.
As of June 2026, IndiGo's cheapest BLR–IMF fares include only 7 kg cabin baggage; checked baggage (15 kg) is an add-on at ≈ ₹700–₹1,100 per segment. If your itinerary has two separate legs (e.g., BLR–CCU and CCU–IMF booked on different PNRs), you will need to collect and re-check luggage at the hub — allow at least a 90-minute connection window to do this comfortably. Air India domestic economy includes 15 kg free checked allowance in the base fare, making it the preferred choice for travellers carrying camera gear or adventure equipment. SpiceJet's SpiceSaver fares include 15 kg checked baggage. Confirm through-check availability when booking connecting itineraries via FlightGPT or the airline's own website; through-tagged bags save significant time and avoid the re-check queue at the hub airport. Adding a 5 kg top-up at booking is almost always cheaper than paying the excess-baggage counter rate at the departure airport.
No visa is required — Bangalore to Imphal is a domestic Indian journey. A valid government photo ID (Aadhaar, passport, voter ID) is required at both check-in and security checkpoints. Note that Manipur is a Protected Area under the Foreigners (Protected Areas) Order — foreign nationals need a Protected Area Permit (PAP), but Indian citizens do not require any special permit to visit Imphal or most of the state. Travellers wishing to visit areas along the Myanmar border or certain sensitive zones should check permit requirements with the Manipur Home Department before travel. DigiYatra is available at BLR for faster boarding.
No non-stop flights operate on this route as of June 2026. The most common connection is via Kolkata (CCU), making total journey time ≈ 3h 50m–5h including the layover.
One-way fares range from ≈ ₹6,500 (advance booking in lean months like January–February) to ₹16,000+ during the Sangai Festival (November) or festive periods. Average mid-season fares are ≈ ₹9,000–₹12,000.
IndiGo, Air India, and SpiceJet all offer connecting itineraries via Kolkata or Guwahati. IndiGo has the most daily options and typically the lowest base fares on both legs.
Bir Tikendrajit International Airport (IMF) is ≈ 8 km south of Imphal city centre. A prepaid taxi from the arrivals hall costs approximately ₹250–₹400.
Indian citizens do not need a special permit to visit Imphal or most of Manipur. A standard government photo ID is sufficient. Only foreign nationals require a Protected Area Permit (PAP).
January–February and July–August tend to offer the lowest fares, often ≈ ₹6,500–₹8,500 one-way with advance booking. November (Sangai Festival), December, and April are the most expensive periods.
Bangalore to Imphal prices swing with demand, season and lead time more than with any single airline. The reliable lever is comparison: pull every BLR–IMF fare at once and shift your date by a day or two. Mid-week and red-eye departures on IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet are usually where the cheapest seats sit.
For a same-week Bangalore–Imphal trip, the trick is to check all carriers at once rather than one app at a time. FlightGPT's live BLR-IMF search does exactly that — red-eye and early-morning departures often carry the lowest last-minute prices. Enter your date above to compare instantly.
There is currently no non-stop service between Bangalore and Imphal — itineraries connect via a hub, with a typical journey of ≈ 3h 50m–5h (1-stop via Kolkata or Guwahati). 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 Imphal ticket but are open to a layover.
On Bangalore to Imphal, the headline price and the price you actually pay can differ once baggage and seat selection are added. That's why FlightGPT compares fully-bundled Bangalore Imphal fares across IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet — the cheapest all-in option, not the lowest sticker that balloons at checkout.