BLR
Bangalore
India
14,087 km
8,753 miles
IKB
North Wilkesboro
United States
Distance
14,087 km
8,753 mi / 7,606 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
339°
north northwest

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BLR IKB
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Wilkes County Airport
IATA Code BLR IKB
ICAO Code VOBL KUKF
City Bangalore North Wilkesboro
Country India United States
Timezone Asia/Kolkata America/New_York
Elevation 3,000 ft 1,303 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 36.220000, -81.100000

Bangalore (BLR) to North Wilkesboro (IKB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Wilkes County Airport (IKB) in North Wilkesboro, United States is 14,087 kilometers (8,753 miles / 7,606 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:47 in Bangalore, it's 08:17 in North Wilkesboro. With a 10.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,697 feet between the two airports. Wilkes County Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from North Wilkesboro (IKB) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 26° (north 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 Wilkes County Airport (IKB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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