The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Hastings Airport (HGS) in Freetown, Sierra Leone is 9,885 kilometers (6,142 miles / 5,337 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 278°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting India with Sierra Leone. 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 02:49 in Bangalore, it's 21:19 in Freetown. The 5.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,940 feet between the two airports. Hastings Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Freetown (HGS) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 77° (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 Hastings Airport (HGS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.