BLR
Bangalore
India
5,970 km
3,709 miles
KOO
Kongolo
DR Congo
Distance
5,970 km
3,709 mi / 3,223 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
253°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

BLR KOO
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Kongolo Airport
IATA Code BLR KOO
ICAO Code VOBL FZRQ
City Bangalore Kongolo
Country India DR Congo
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Africa/Lubumbashi
Elevation 3,000 ft 1,850 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 -5.390000, 26.990000

Bangalore (BLR) to Kongolo (KOO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Kongolo Airport (KOO) in Kongolo, DR Congo is 5,970 kilometers (3,709 miles / 3,223 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west southwest at a heading of 253°.

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 DR Congo. 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 19:00 in Bangalore, it's 15:30 in Kongolo. 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 1,150 feet between the two airports. Kongolo Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Kongolo (KOO) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 69° (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 Kongolo Airport (KOO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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