BLR
Bangalore
India
14,086 km
8,752 miles
MCE
Merced
United States
Distance
14,086 km
8,752 mi / 7,606 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-13.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
18°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

BLR MCE
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Merced Yosemite Regional Airport
IATA Code BLR MCE
ICAO Code VOBL KMCE
City Bangalore Merced
Country India United States
Timezone Asia/Kolkata America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 3,000 ft 155 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 37.300000, -120.500000

Bangalore (BLR) to Merced (MCE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Merced Yosemite Regional Airport (MCE) in Merced, United States is 14,086 kilometers (8,752 miles / 7,606 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.

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 20:10 in Bangalore, it's 06:40 in Merced. With a 13.5-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 2,845 feet between the two airports. Merced Yosemite Regional Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Merced (MCE) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 338° (north northwest). 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 Merced Yosemite Regional Airport (MCE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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