BLR
Bangalore
India
6,765 km
4,204 miles
RCB
Richards Bay
South Africa
Distance
6,765 km
4,204 mi / 3,653 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
226°
southwest

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BLR RCB
Airport Name Bengaluru International Airport Richards Bay Airport
IATA Code BLR RCB
ICAO Code VOBL FARB
City Bangalore Richards Bay
Country India South Africa
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 3,000 ft 109 ft
Coordinates 13.200000, 77.710000 -28.740000, 32.090000

Bangalore (BLR) to Richards Bay (RCB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Richards Bay Airport (RCB) in Richards Bay, South Africa is 6,765 kilometers (4,204 miles / 3,653 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.

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 South Africa. 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 19:58 in Bangalore, it's 16:28 in Richards Bay. 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 2,891 feet between the two airports. Richards Bay Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Richards Bay (RCB) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 53° (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 Richards Bay Airport (RCB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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