Bengaluru to Gaya Flights

IndiGo has made the world a smaller place by bridging vast distances with extensive flight routes. Every day, it transports thousands of people from one corner of the world to another.

One of the reasons why IndiGo is at the very top is because no other airline can match its intercity flight routes in India. For example – it is the only airline that operates daily Bengaluru to Gaya flights.

This is because travellers need daily, swift and affordable flight connectivity between these two cities. For Bengaluru to Gaya lowest airfare, visit IndiGo’s official website for the latest flight offers and book your tickets. If you choose to return to Bengaluru, then book your return journey with IndiGo on Gaya to Bengaluru flights.

IndiGo operates several connecting Bengaluru to Gaya flights. The shortest route is via Varanasi, the journey time for which is 7 hours and 5 minutes approximately. For cheap air tickets on this route, get your bookings done a few months in advance.

For the return journey, there are connecting Gaya to Bengaluru flights via Kolkata and Varanasi.

You can also choose to proceed on to other cities from Gaya with IndiGo’s –

• Gaya to Delhi flight
• Gaya to Kolkata flight
• Gaya to Mumbai flight

To check for ticket availability for these cities, visit ‘Book A Flight’ section on IndiGo’s official website.

Gaya is a major city in the state of Bihar. The city is historically very significant as Lord Buddha became enlightened under a tree in Gaya. After Patna, Gaya is the second-largest city in Bihar.

Gaya is mentioned in the scriptures of three religions – Jainism, Hinduism and Buddhism. The city has been mentioned in the epics of Mahabharata and Ramayana. For Hindus, Gaya is a major pilgrimage site for the Pind-daan ceremony.

Gaya is one of the four holy areas in Buddhism. The Mahabodhi temple in Gaya has attained the tag of a World Heritage Site. The primary economic activity in the city of Gaya is agriculture. Gaya also has many household-based industries.

Things to do in Gaya

You can explore the monasteries and meet Buddhist monks in Gaya. Visit the Mangla Gauri temple in Gaya which is considered to be one of the Shakti Peethas. Be a part of major festivals in Gaya such as the Buddha Purnima and the Pitru Paksha Mela. Visit the local artisans with expertise in creating products from stone. One can perform the Pind-daan ritual in Gaya for your ancestors.

Tourist attractions in Gaya

Gaya has many places of interest like historical monuments, temples and local handicrafts. Popular tourist attractions in Gaya include Great Buddha Statue, Tibetan Refugee Market, Bodhi Tree, Thai Monastery, Muchalinda Lake, Royal Bhutan Monastery and Cankamana.

Places to shop in Gaya

Gaya has lots of local handicrafts such as incense sticks, stone-work, local varieties of sweets and textiles. GB Road is the primary shopping destination in the city with stores like Kalamandir, Swadeshi Vastralaya and Ganny market. You will also find showrooms of private labels like Raymond, Adidas and Killer on this stretch.

Best time to visit Gaya

The period between October and March is the ideal time to be in Gaya. In the month of April, the Buddha Purnima festival attracts plenty of tourists.

Modes of transport

Gaya is well connected to other cities via road and rail. The local bus network is good. You can also turn to auto-rickshaws and tengas for intra city commute.

Weather in Gaya

Summers in Gaya are extremely hot with temperatures going up to 45°C. Winter temperatures can reach single digits after the sunsets but days in winter are very pleasant weather-wise. During the monsoon, Gaya receives relatively heavy rainfall.

Airport in Gaya

IndiGo operates several flights from Gaya Airport (IATA: GAY) to major cities across India. For more flight-related information, visit IndiGo’s official website.

Bengaluru is a major metropolitan city and the capital city of the state of Karnataka. The city is multicultural and multi-ethnic, the spirit of which is reflected in its 900+ Hindu temples, 350+ mosques, 100+ churches and few Parsi fire temples and Jain Basadis.

The history of the city goes back to around 890 AD. Inscriptions referring to the city of Bengaluru were found in the Nageshwara Temple in Bengaluru.

The city is often referred to as the Silicon Valley of India, owing to its status as a major IT hub in the country. Prominent organisations such as ISRO, WIPRO and HAL have their headquarters in the city. It is also the base of the Kannada film industry – Sandalwood.

Tourist attractions in Bengaluru

Bengaluru has many places of interest for tourists. Popular tourist attractions include Vidhana Soudha, Bull temple, Maha Bodhi Society Temple, Maruthi Mandir, Dodda Ganapathi, Shiva Temple, Ragi Gudda, Holy Trinity Church, Infant Jesus Shrine and Shelter House Church.

Places to shop in Bengaluru

MG road is a shopper’s paradise in Bengaluru. You will find shops selling items from local handicrafts to latest designs in apparel. Foreign brands such as Louis Vuitton and Versace are present on Vittal Mallya Road. The Mysore Sandal Soap made in this city is easily available in most local stores. Popular shopping malls include The Forum, Lido Mall, Gopalan Mall, Esteem Mall, Mantri Square and Mega Mall.

Modes of transport

Bengaluru is well connected to other cities via road and rail. The Bengaluru Metro is a convenient mode of transport in the city. The local bus service is regular and cheap. For very short distances, auto-rickshaws are the cheapest option. You can also hire app-based cabs and local taxis.

Weather in Bengaluru

Bengaluru has a moderate climate throughout the year. Summers only get uncomfortable if there are heat waves. Usually, the day time temperature in this city stays between 26-29°C. Winters are warm and there is plenty of sunshine.

Airport in Bengaluru

Bengaluru Airport (IATA: BLR) lies at a distance of 40km from the city of Bengaluru. IndiGo operates more than 100 daily flights from this city to other cities in India and the world. For information on flight routes, visit IndiGo’s official website.