BLR
Bangalore
India
2,796 km
1,738 miles
DIG
Shangri-La
China
Distance
2,796 km
1,738 mi / 1,510 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
51°
northeast

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BLR DIG
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Diqing Airport
IATA Code BLR DIG
ICAO Code VOBL ZPDQ
City Bangalore Shangri-La
Country India China
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 3,000 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 27.790000, 99.680000

Bangalore (BLR) to Shangri-La (DIG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Diqing Airport (DIG) in Shangri-La, China is 2,796 kilometers (1,738 miles / 1,510 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 20:50 in Bangalore, it's 23:20 in Shangri-La.

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

The return flight from Shangri-La (DIG) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 239° (west southwest). 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 Diqing Airport (DIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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