The flight distance from Nashville International Airport (BNA) in Nashville, United States to Calicut International Airport (CCJ) in Calicut, India is 14,454 kilometers (8,981 miles / 7,804 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 22°.

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 United States with India. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:50 in Nashville, it's 15:20 in Calicut. With a 11.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Calicut (CCJ) to Nashville (BNA) follows a heading of 342° (north 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 Nashville International Airport (BNA) and Calicut International Airport (CCJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.