BLR
Bangalore
India
6,373 km
3,960 miles
GWE
Gweru
Zimbabwe
Distance
6,373 km
3,960 mi / 3,441 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
236°
southwest

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BLR GWE
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Thornhill Air Base
IATA Code BLR GWE
ICAO Code VOBL FVTL
City Bangalore Gweru
Country India Zimbabwe
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Africa/Harare
Elevation 3,000 ft 4,680 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 -19.440000, 29.860000

Bangalore (BLR) to Gweru (GWE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Thornhill Air Base (GWE) in Gweru, Zimbabwe is 6,373 kilometers (3,960 miles / 3,441 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southwest at a heading of 236°.

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 Zimbabwe. 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 21:10 in Bangalore, it's 17:40 in Gweru. 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 1,680 feet between the two airports. Thornhill Air Base sits higher than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Gweru (GWE) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 59° (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 Thornhill Air Base (GWE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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