BLR
Bangalore
India
6,510 km
4,045 miles
BSU
Basankusu
DR Congo
Distance
6,510 km
4,045 mi / 3,515 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
263°
west

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BLR BSU
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Basankusu Airport
IATA Code BLR BSU
ICAO Code VOBL FZEN
City Bangalore Basankusu
Country India DR Congo
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Africa/Kinshasa
Elevation 3,000 ft 1,217 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 1.220000, 19.790000

Bangalore (BLR) to Basankusu (BSU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Basankusu Airport (BSU) in Basankusu, DR Congo is 6,510 kilometers (4,045 miles / 3,515 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west at a heading of 263°.

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 DR Congo. 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 19:03 in Bangalore, it's 14:33 in Basankusu. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,783 feet between the two airports. Basankusu Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Basankusu (BSU) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 75° (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 Basankusu Airport (BSU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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