BLR
Bangalore
India
7,152 km
4,444 miles
WEL
Welkom
South Africa
Distance
7,152 km
4,444 mi / 3,862 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
230°
southwest

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BLR WEL
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Welkom Airport
IATA Code BLR WEL
ICAO Code VOBL FAWM
City Bangalore Welkom
Country India South Africa
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 3,000 ft 4,399 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 -28.000000, 26.670000

Bangalore (BLR) to Welkom (WEL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Welkom Airport (WEL) in Welkom, South Africa is 7,152 kilometers (4,444 miles / 3,862 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southwest at a heading of 230°.

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 South Africa. 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 04:57 in Bangalore, it's 01:27 in Welkom. 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 1,399 feet between the two airports. Welkom Airport sits higher than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Welkom (WEL) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 57° (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 Welkom Airport (WEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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