BLR
Bangalore
India
2,540 km
1,578 miles
MES
Medan
Indonesia
Distance
2,540 km
1,578 mi / 1,371 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
113°
east southeast

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BLR MES
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Soewondo Air Force Base
IATA Code BLR MES
ICAO Code VOBL WIMK
City Bangalore Medan
Country India Indonesia
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Asia/Jakarta
Elevation 3,000 ft 114 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 3.560000, 98.670000

Bangalore (BLR) to Medan (MES) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Soewondo Air Force Base (MES) in Medan, Indonesia is 2,540 kilometers (1,578 miles / 1,371 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting India with Indonesia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:43 in Bangalore, it's 23:13 in Medan.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,886 feet between the two airports. Soewondo Air Force Base sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Medan (MES) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 296° (west 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 Soewondo Air Force Base (MES) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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