DEL
New Delhi
India
3,597 km
2,235 miles
MES
Medan
Indonesia
Distance
3,597 km
2,235 mi / 1,942 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
137°
southeast

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DEL MES
Airport Name Indira Gandhi International Airport Soewondo Air Force Base
IATA Code DEL MES
ICAO Code VIDP WIMK
City New Delhi Medan
Country India Indonesia
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Asia/Jakarta
Elevation 777 ft 114 ft
Coordinates 28.570000, 77.100000 3.560000, 98.670000

New Delhi (DEL) to Medan (MES) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi, India to Soewondo Air Force Base (MES) in Medan, Indonesia is 3,597 kilometers (2,235 miles / 1,942 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 137°.

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 16:45 in New Delhi, it's 18:15 in Medan.

The return flight from Medan (MES) to New Delhi (DEL) follows a heading of 323° (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 Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and Soewondo Air Force Base (MES) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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