BLR
Bangalore
India
851 km
529 miles
KCT
Galle
Sri Lanka
Distance
851 km
529 mi / 460 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Short-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
160°
south southeast

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BLR KCT
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Koggala Airport
IATA Code BLR KCT
ICAO Code VOBL VCCK
City Bangalore Galle
Country India Sri Lanka
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Asia/Colombo
Elevation 3,000 ft 10 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 5.990000, 80.320000

Bangalore (BLR) to Galle (KCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Koggala Airport (KCT) in Galle, Sri Lanka is 851 kilometers (529 miles / 460 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southeast at a heading of 160°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:25 in Bangalore, it's 04:25 in Galle.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,990 feet between the two airports. Koggala Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Galle (KCT) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 341° (north northwest). 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 Koggala Airport (KCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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