Airport Comparison
| BLR | VBG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bengaluru International Airport | Vandenberg Space Force Base Airport |
| IATA Code | BLR | VBG |
| ICAO Code | VOBL | KVBG |
| City | Bangalore | Lompoc |
| Country | India | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 3,000 ft | 368 ft |
| Coordinates | 13.200000, 77.710000 | 34.740000, -120.580000 |
Bangalore (BLR) to Lompoc (VBG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bengaluru International Airport (BLR) in Bangalore, India to Vandenberg Space Force Base Airport (VBG) in Lompoc, United States is 14,346 kilometers (8,914 miles / 7,746 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.
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 21:29 in Bangalore, it's 07:59 in Lompoc. 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 2,632 feet between the two airports. Vandenberg Space Force Base Airport sits lower than Bengaluru International Airport.
The return flight from Lompoc (VBG) to Bangalore (BLR) follows a heading of 337° (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 Vandenberg Space Force Base Airport (VBG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.