The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Makin Island Airport (MTK) in Makin Island, Kiribati is 10,492 kilometers (6,520 miles / 5,665 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

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 Kiribati. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:36 in Bangalore, it's 08:06 in Makin Island. With a 6.5-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 3,000 feet between the two airports. Makin Island Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Makin Island (MTK) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 284° (west 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 Makin Island Airport (MTK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.