The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Bowman Field (LOU) in Louisville, United States is 14,040 kilometers (8,724 miles / 7,581 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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 06:28 in Bangalore, it's 19:58 in Louisville. 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 2,454 feet between the two airports. Bowman Field sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Louisville (LOU) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 20° (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 Bowman Field (LOU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.