BLR
Bangalore
India
4,261 km
2,648 miles
SWA
Shantou
China
Distance
4,261 km
2,648 mi / 2,301 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
69°
east northeast

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BLR SWA
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Shantou Waisha Airport
IATA Code BLR SWA
ICAO Code VOBL ZGOW
City Bangalore Shantou
Country India China
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 3,000 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 23.430000, 116.760000

Bangalore (BLR) to Shantou (SWA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Shantou Waisha Airport (SWA) in Shantou, China is 4,261 kilometers (2,648 miles / 2,301 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.

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 China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:48 in Bangalore, it's 10:18 in Shantou.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,000 feet between the two airports. Shantou Waisha Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Shantou (SWA) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 262° (west). 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 Shantou Waisha Airport (SWA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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