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Diwali Travel Surge Makes Airport Cabs in Bengaluru Costly
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🗓 30 Oct 2026, 06:42 PM
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As Diwali approaches, many Indians are booking flights home, but last‑minute airport cab rides in Bengaluru are proving expensive for travelers.
The festive season is prompting a surge in air travel as thousands of Indians prepare to return home for Diwali. While flight bookings are being made well in advance, many travellers postpone arranging ground transport until the last moment. In Bengaluru, this delay often translates into higher fares for airport taxis, especially for the roughly 40‑kilometre journey to Kempegowda International Airport.
Travel experts note that demand spikes and limited availability of cabs during the holiday rush push prices upward. Passengers who wait until the day of departure may find themselves paying significantly more than the standard fare, straining already tight holiday budgets.
Authorities and ride‑hailing platforms have advised commuters to book airport transfers early to avoid inflated costs. The recommendation is particularly relevant for those traveling from residential areas on the city’s outskirts, where the distance to the airport adds to the fare.
As Diwali draws near, the pattern underscores a broader lesson for holiday travellers: securing both flight and ground transport well ahead of time can help keep overall travel expenses in check.
Travel experts note that demand spikes and limited availability of cabs during the holiday rush push prices upward. Passengers who wait until the day of departure may find themselves paying significantly more than the standard fare, straining already tight holiday budgets.
Authorities and ride‑hailing platforms have advised commuters to book airport transfers early to avoid inflated costs. The recommendation is particularly relevant for those traveling from residential areas on the city’s outskirts, where the distance to the airport adds to the fare.
As Diwali draws near, the pattern underscores a broader lesson for holiday travellers: securing both flight and ground transport well ahead of time can help keep overall travel expenses in check.