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Major city · India

Devanahalli

Half a day is enough: see the fort, the temple and Tipu Sultan's birthplace, then move on. Use it as a stop before or after a flight from Kempegowda International Airport.

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Devanahalli is a small town 35 km north of Bangalore, best known as the home of Kempegowda International Airport and the birthplace of Tipu Sultan. The main draw is the well-preserved Vijayanagara-era mud fort with the Venugopalaswamy Temple inside. Most travellers use it as a quick stop between flights or as a half-day trip from Bangalore.

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Best months
Oct–Mar
avoid Apr–Jun (hot), Jul–Sep (monsoon)
Airport
BLR
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Rules in force · 6
  • South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
  • South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
  • India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
  • India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
  • India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
  • India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.

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  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Devanahalli112 ▾
  • Police112
  • Fire and ambulance112

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Devanahalli, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Devanahalli FortVenugopalaswamy TempleTipu Sultan's birthplaceKempegowda International Airport
Airports
BLR Kempegowda International Airport (The airport is within Devanahalli taluk; taxis to the fort take about 15 min.)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    28°C (82°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    34°C (93°F)

  4. Apr

    Avoid

    35°C (95°F)

  5. May

    Avoid

    34°C (93°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    30°C (86°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    29°C (84°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    29°C (84°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    29°C (84°F)

  10. Oct

    Best

    29°C (84°F)

  11. Nov

    Best

    28°C (82°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    27°C (81°F)

Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Sep. Month by month →

Warmest Apr (35°C (95°F)), coolest Jan (16°C (61°F) low), wettest Aug (10 rain days), driest Jan (1). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Devanahalli: next 7 days

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

28°C (82°F)

16°C (61°F)

1 rd

Feb

31°C (88°F)

18°C (64°F)

1 rd

Mar

34°C (93°F)

20°C (68°F)

2 rd

Apr

35°C (95°F)

22°C (72°F)

4 rd

May

34°C (93°F)

22°C (72°F)

7 rd

Jun

30°C (86°F)

21°C (70°F)

8 rd

Jul

29°C (84°F)

20°C (68°F)

9 rd

Aug

29°C (84°F)

20°C (68°F)

10 rd

Sep

29°C (84°F)

20°C (68°F)

9 rd

Oct

29°C (84°F)

20°C (68°F)

8 rd

Nov

28°C (82°F)

18°C (64°F)

4 rd

Dec

27°C (81°F)

16°C (61°F)

2 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Auto-rickshaws and taxis are the main options; the town is walkable. Buses from the airport to the fort run every 30 min.

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time
Nandi Hillsgo

Door to door: About 1 h

Taxi from Devanahalli, about 30 min

Sunrise viewpoint; combine with Devanahalli for a full day.

Chikballapurgo

Door to door: About 1 h

Bus or taxi, about 30 min

Temples and a quieter alternative to Bangalore.

Bangalore

go

Door to door: About 1.5 h

Taxi or bus, about 1 h

Full day for the city's sights.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Near the airport

Hotels and transit lodges within 5 km (3.1 mi) of the terminal; best for early flights.

Devanahalli town centre

Basic guesthouses near the fort; limited options.

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
₹1,500–2,500 (≈ US$18–30) excl. bed
Mid
₹3,000–5,000 (≈ US$35–60) excl. bed
High
₹6,000 (≈ US$70)+ excl. bed

Watch out

Safety

Devanahalli is safe for tourists. Watch for traffic on the main road and keep valuables secure at the airport.
  • The fort is closed on Mondays: check the official site.
  • Touts at the airport may offer overpriced rides to the fort; agree on a fare beforehand.
  • Carry cash: ATMs are scarce in the town centre.

Emergency numbers

Police
112
Fire and ambulance
112

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My bed tonight

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ಈ ವಿಳಾಸಕ್ಕೆ ದಯವಿಟ್ಟುTo this address, please

Emergency

  • Police112
  • Fire and ambulance112

Embassy

Most embassies are in New Delhi; consulates in Bangalore.

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Airport → Devanahalli Fort, taxi: about ₹300–500 (≈ US$4–6), 15 min (check)
  • Devanahalli → Nandi Hills, taxi: about ₹800–1,200 (≈ US$10–14), 30 min (check)

Say or show

  • ನಮಸ್ಕಾರ — Hello (namaskāra)
  • ಧನ್ಯವಾದಗಳು — Thank you (dhanyavādagaḷu)
  • ಎಷ್ಟು? — How much? (eṣṭu?)
  • ಕೋಟೆ ಎಲ್ಲಿದೆ? — Where is the fort? (kōṭe ellide?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Devanahalli. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Oct–Mar · avoid Apr–Jun (hot), Jul–Sep (monsoon) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 3 day-trips, door to door
  6. 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

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