BLR
Bangalore
India
6,069 km
3,771 miles
HEK
Heihe
China
Distance
6,069 km
3,771 mi / 3,277 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
37°
northeast

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BLR HEK
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Heihe Airport
IATA Code BLR HEK
ICAO Code VOBL ZYHE
City Bangalore Heihe
Country India China
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 3,000 ft 8,530 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 50.170000, 127.310000

Bangalore (BLR) to Heihe (HEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Heihe Airport (HEK) in Heihe, China is 6,069 kilometers (3,771 miles / 3,277 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting India with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:11 in Bangalore, it's 20:41 in Heihe.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,530 feet between the two airports. Heihe Airport sits higher than Bengaluru International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Heihe (HEK) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 245° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) and Heihe Airport (HEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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