BLR
Bangalore
India
6,565 km
4,079 miles
HDS
Hoedspruit
South Africa
Distance
6,565 km
4,079 mi / 3,545 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
231°
southwest

Airport Comparison

BLR HDS
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport
IATA Code BLR HDS
ICAO Code VOBL FAHS
City Bangalore Hoedspruit
Country India South Africa
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 3,000 ft 1,743 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 -24.370000, 31.050000

Bangalore (BLR) to Hoedspruit (HDS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) in Hoedspruit, South Africa is 6,565 kilometers (4,079 miles / 3,545 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southwest at a heading of 231°.

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 19:01 in Bangalore, it's 15:31 in Hoedspruit. 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 1,257 feet between the two airports. Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Hoedspruit (HDS) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 56° (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 Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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