Airport Comparison
| BIG | DEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Allen Army Air Field | Indira Gandhi International Airport |
| IATA Code | BIG | DEL |
| ICAO Code | PABI | VIDP |
| City | Delta Junction Ft Greely | New Delhi |
| Country | United States | India |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | Asia/Kolkata |
| Elevation | 1,285 ft | 777 ft |
| Coordinates | 64.000000, -145.720000 | 28.570000, 77.100000 |
Delta Junction Ft Greely (BIG) to New Delhi (DEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Allen Army Air Field (BIG) in Delta Junction Ft Greely, United States to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi, India is 9,065 kilometers (5,633 miles / 4,895 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United States with India. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:01 in Delta Junction Ft Greely, it's 16:31 in New Delhi. With a 14.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from New Delhi (DEL) to Delta Junction Ft Greely (BIG) follows a heading of 18° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Allen Army Air Field (BIG) and Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.