BLR
Bangalore
India
6,325 km
3,930 miles
SLI
Solwesi
Zambia
Distance
6,325 km
3,930 mi / 3,415 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
246°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

BLR SLI
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Solwesi Airport
IATA Code BLR SLI
ICAO Code VOBL FLSW
City Bangalore Solwesi
Country India Zambia
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 3,000 ft 4,551 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 -12.170000, 26.370000

Bangalore (BLR) to Solwesi (SLI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Solwesi Airport (SLI) in Solwesi, Zambia is 6,325 kilometers (3,930 miles / 3,415 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:18 in Bangalore, it's 05:48 in Solwesi. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,551 feet between the two airports. Solwesi Airport sits higher than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Solwesi (SLI) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 65° (east 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 Solwesi Airport (SLI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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