BLR
Bangalore
India
14,978 km
9,307 miles
MCF
Tampa
United States
Distance
14,978 km
9,307 mi / 8,087 nm
Est. Flight Time
19h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
335°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

BLR MCF
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Macdill Afb Airport
IATA Code BLR MCF
ICAO Code VOBL KMCF
City Bangalore Tampa
Country India United States
Timezone Asia/Kolkata America/New_York
Elevation 3,000 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 27.850000, -82.520000

Bangalore (BLR) to Tampa (MCF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Macdill Afb Airport (MCF) in Tampa, United States is 14,978 kilometers (9,307 miles / 8,087 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

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 India with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:54 in Bangalore, it's 22:24 in Tampa. With a 10.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,986 feet between the two airports. Macdill Afb Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Tampa (MCF) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 28° (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 Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) and Macdill Afb Airport (MCF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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