Airport Comparison
| BLR | RGA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bengaluru International Airport | Hermes Quijada International Airport |
| IATA Code | BLR | RGA |
| ICAO Code | VOBL | SAWE |
| City | Bangalore | Rio Grande |
| Country | India | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata | America/Argentina/Ushuaia |
| Elevation | 3,000 ft | 65 ft |
| Coordinates | 13.200000, 77.710000 | -53.780000, -67.750000 |
Bangalore (BLR) to Rio Grande (RGA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) in Rio Grande, Argentina is 14,584 kilometers (9,062 miles / 7,875 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying south southwest at a heading of 206°.
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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:58 in Bangalore, it's 23:28 in Rio Grande. With a 8.5-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 2,935 feet between the two airports. Hermes Quijada International Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.
The return flight from Rio Grande (RGA) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 133° (southeast). 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 Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.