BLR
Bangalore
India
6,779 km
4,212 miles
EMG
Empangeni
South Africa
Distance
6,779 km
4,212 mi / 3,661 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
226°
southwest

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BLR EMG
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Empangeni Airport
IATA Code BLR EMG
ICAO Code VOBL FAEM
City Bangalore Empangeni
Country India South Africa
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 3,000 ft 251 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 -28.720000, 31.890000

Bangalore (BLR) to Empangeni (EMG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Empangeni Airport (EMG) in Empangeni, South Africa is 6,779 kilometers (4,212 miles / 3,661 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.

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 17:39 in Bangalore, it's 14:09 in Empangeni. 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 2,749 feet between the two airports. Empangeni Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Empangeni (EMG) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 53° (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 Empangeni Airport (EMG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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