The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Lake Cumberland Regional Airport (SME) in Somerset, United States is 14,129 kilometers (8,780 miles / 7,629 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.

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 16:11 in Bangalore, it's 05:41 in Somerset. 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 2,073 feet between the two airports. Lake Cumberland Regional Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.

The return flight from Somerset (SME) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 22° (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 Lake Cumberland Regional Airport (SME) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.