Bengaluru, Sept. 25 -- As the festive season brings a spike in air travel, the Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) in Bengaluru on Tuesday advised passengers to reach the airport well ahead of their departure times. With heightened security protocols and an anticipated surge in footfall throughout September and October, airport authorities are encouraging travellers to factor in extra time for check-in and security screenings.

In a public advisory issued on September 23, KIA highlighted the possibility of processing delays due to increased passenger traffic and enhanced safety measures. "We are expecting a surge in passenger volumes during the festive season. Owing to the high security measures in September and October, there may be d...