Find the cheapest Pune to Bangalore flights — live fares on IndiGo, Air India & Akasa. Daily PNQ-BLR schedule, discounted deals for 2026.
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Quick answer: Pune to Bangalore non-stop flights take about ≈ 1h 35m non-stop, operated by IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air, Around 16 or more non-stop departures a day, spread morning to night.. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest PNQ–BLR fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
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Looking for cheap flights from Pune to Bangalore? FlightGPT compares live PNQ to BLR fares across every connected source — Indian carriers, OTAs and trusted travel agents — and shows the cheapest options side by side. Whether you want a Pune to Bangalore non-stop tomorrow, a last-minute weekend deal or the lowest price three months out, every active Pune-Bangalore fare is one search away.
| Airline | Cabin bag | Checked (economy) | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|
| IndiGo | 7 kg | 15 kg | Largest network; strong on-time record |
| Air India | 7 kg | 15-25 kg | Full-service; meals included |
| Akasa Air | 7 kg | 15 kg | Newer fleet; value fares |
Standard domestic economy allowance; premium fares and elite tiers may include more. Confirm against your fare — each airline's baggage page is linked above.
Pune (PNQ) to Bengaluru (BLR) is a high-frequency business and tech corridor with plenty of non-stop choice. IndiGo runs the most departures, with Akasa Air and Air India (including Air India Express) adding frequencies through the day — roughly 16 or more non-stops daily in total.
SpiceJet does not currently operate non-stop on this sector, so ignore older listings showing it. Go First and Jet Airways are defunct, and Vistara has merged into Air India. With this many flights, you rarely need a connection — a 1-stop here just wastes hours.
The aerial distance is about 740 km and the non-stop block time is around 1 hour 35 minutes gate to gate. (You will see road-distance figures near 1,000 km on some sites — that is the drive, not the flight.) Both cities run on Indian Standard Time, so there is no clock change.
The route runs south across the Deccan plateau. With frequent departures all day, you have genuine flexibility to pick a slot that suits your schedule.
On a dense business route like this, fares are most sensitive to day-of-week and how far ahead you book rather than to season. Booking one to three weeks ahead usually gets a fair price; the early-morning and last-evening peak-business flights tend to be dearest.
| Period | Demand | Fare pressure |
|---|---|---|
| Mon morning & Fri evening | Peak (business) | Book early, fares high |
| Oct–Nov (festivals) | High | Book early |
| Mid-week, mid-day | Lower | Best value |
| Jun–Sep (monsoon) | Moderate | Softer fares, weather risk |
Avoid the Monday-morning and Friday-evening business peaks if you want the cheapest seats; a mid-week mid-day flight is usually the best value.
With three airlines competing, this is a route where comparison genuinely pays:
Flights run from early morning to late night. The 6–9 am and 6–9 pm banks are the busiest and priciest, favoured by day-trip business travellers. Mid-morning and early-afternoon departures are usually cheaper and just as convenient if your schedule is flexible. A late-evening flight is handy for getting in after a full working day in Pune.
Business travellers: The frequency makes same-day returns easy — an early flight down and a late one back gives a full day in either city. Lounge access at both ends is good.
Families: A 95-minute flight is comfortable. Book seats together in advance and pick a mid-day flight to avoid the rush at both airports.
Students: This is a competitive route, so off-peak fares can be very reasonable. Travel light, book mid-week, and compare all three carriers. There is no dedicated student fare — flexible dates are the real saving.
Pune (PNQ) — Pune Airport: A compact single integrated terminal shared with the air-force station. It can get crowded at peak hours, so arrive with time in hand. A new larger terminal has expanded capacity in recent years.
Bengaluru (BLR) — Kempegowda International Airport: IndiGo and Akasa domestic flights use Terminal 1 (T1); Air India uses Terminal 2 (T2). A free shuttle connects the two every 10–15 minutes — check your e-ticket so you head to the right terminal.
At Pune: PNQ is in Lohegaon, north-east of the city, around 10 km from the centre. App cabs and autos are easy to find; allow for traffic toward Hinjewadi and the western suburbs.
At Bengaluru: BLR sits well north of the city at Devanahalli, roughly 35–40 km out. Budget a serious amount of time — the airport run can take 60–90 minutes or more in traffic. Use the airport's express bus services or app cabs; the new metro and suburban links are expanding access.
Domestic economy on IndiGo, Akasa and Air India is generally 15 kg checked plus 7 kg cabin, though it can vary by fare type. Always confirm against your ticket. The IndiGo baggage page has the latest. Add any excess allowance online before you fly — it is much cheaper than at the airport counter.
Both cities have pleasant climates for much of the year. Bengaluru is mild year-round; Pune is warm with a June–September monsoon. The monsoon can bring afternoon thunderstorms to both, causing occasional short delays, so a morning flight is a touch more reliable in the wet months. October to March is the most comfortable and settled flying season.
With IndiGo, Akasa and Air India all competing on PNQ–BLR, the cheapest carrier changes constantly and the peak-business banks carry a premium. Shift just a couple of hours off the 6–9 am or 6–9 pm rush and you can save meaningfully. Use FlightGPT to compare all three airlines in one view and check the metasearch price against booking direct, so you always pay the lower of the two.
Non-stop block time is about 1 hour 35 minutes gate to gate over an aerial distance of roughly 740 km.
Around 16 or more non-stop departures a day across IndiGo, Akasa and Air India, spread from early morning to late night.
IndiGo, Akasa Air and Air India (including Air India Express). SpiceJet does not currently operate this non-stop, and Go First and Jet Airways are defunct.
This is a high-frequency route served almost entirely by non-stops. A 1-stop itinerary exists but only wastes time given the choice of direct flights.
Domestic economy is generally 15 kg checked plus 7 kg cabin on all three airlines, though it varies by fare. Confirm against your ticket.
IndiGo and Akasa use Terminal 1 (T1); Air India uses Terminal 2 (T2). Check your e-ticket, as the terminals are connected by a free shuttle.
Yes. All three airlines open web check-in 48 hours before departure, letting you pick a seat and skip the airport queue.
Under DGCA rules, if the airline cancels and cannot rebook you suitably, you are entitled to a full refund to your original payment method, with possible compensation for short-notice cancellations.
Mid-week, mid-day flights are usually the best value. The Monday-morning and Friday-evening business banks are the priciest.
Both cities get June–September rain that can bring afternoon thunderstorms and short delays. Morning flights are slightly more reliable in the wet months.
Pet policies differ by airline and not all flights accept animals. Arrange it directly with the carrier in advance; do not assume it is available.
Yes. Infants under two travel on an adult's lap for a nominal fare. Carry age proof and add the infant to the booking in advance.
It varies by date and airline. FlightGPT shows the metasearch price and the direct-airline price together so you book the cheaper one.
BLR is at Devanahalli, roughly 35–40 km north of the city. Allow 60–90 minutes or more for the airport run in traffic.
No. Both cities run on Indian Standard Time, so there is no clock change.
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What you pay on the Pune–Bangalore route hinges on timing: book roughly 3–8 weeks ahead, stay flexible on the day of week, and you usually land the better fare. Search Pune to Bangalore live to see how today's price compares to dates a month out — the gap is often 25–40 percent across IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air.
Last-minute Pune to Bangalore fares move fast, but they're rarely the same across every airline. Run your date through the search above and FlightGPT compares real-time Pune Bangalore prices across IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air — so you grab the cheapest seat still open, not the first one you see.
Most travellers prefer the Pune to Bangalore non-stop option. The direct Pune-Bangalore flight time is ≈ 1h 35m non-stop. 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 Pune Bangalore ticket but are open to a layover.
Expect Pune–Bangalore fares to vary by cabin, baggage and how the fare is bundled. A bare low-cost fare can end up dearer than a full-service IndiGo ticket once you add a bag and a seat. FlightGPT shows the all-in price for each option, so you're comparing like for like rather than misleading lead-in fares.