BAH
Manama
Bahrain
12,646 km
7,858 miles
CWF
Lake Charles
United States
Distance
12,646 km
7,858 mi / 6,828 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Asia/Bahrain
Heading
326°
northwest

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BAH CWF
Airport Name Bahrain International Airport Chennault International Airport
IATA Code BAH CWF
ICAO Code OBBI KCWF
City Manama Lake Charles
Country Bahrain United States
Timezone Asia/Bahrain America/Chicago
Elevation 6 ft 17 ft
Coordinates 26.270000, 50.630000 30.210000, -93.140000

Manama (BAH) to Lake Charles (CWF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) in Manama, Bahrain to Chennault International Airport (CWF) in Lake Charles, United States is 12,646 kilometers (7,858 miles / 6,828 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.

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 Bahrain 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 12:10 in Manama, it's 03:10 in Lake Charles. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Lake Charles (CWF) to Manama (BAH) follows a heading of 35° (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 Bahrain International Airport (BAH) and Chennault International Airport (CWF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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