BLR
Bangalore
India
5,479 km
3,405 miles
KGJ
Karonga
Malawi
Distance
5,479 km
3,405 mi / 2,958 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
244°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

BLR KGJ
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Karonga Airport
IATA Code BLR KGJ
ICAO Code VOBL FWKA
City Bangalore Karonga
Country India Malawi
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Africa/Blantyre
Elevation 3,000 ft 1,765 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 -9.950000, 33.890000

Bangalore (BLR) to Karonga (KGJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Karonga Airport (KGJ) in Karonga, Malawi is 5,479 kilometers (3,405 miles / 2,958 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west southwest at a heading of 244°.

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 Malawi. 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 16:06 in Bangalore, it's 12:36 in Karonga. 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 1,235 feet between the two airports. Karonga Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Karonga (KGJ) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 63° (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 Karonga Airport (KGJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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