BAH
Manama
Bahrain
12,779 km
7,941 miles
DYS
Abilene
United States
Distance
12,779 km
7,941 mi / 6,900 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Asia/Bahrain
Heading
333°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

BAH DYS
Airport Name Bahrain International Airport Dyess Afb Airport
IATA Code BAH DYS
ICAO Code OBBI KDYS
City Manama Abilene
Country Bahrain United States
Timezone Asia/Bahrain America/Chicago
Elevation 6 ft 1,790 ft
Coordinates 26.270000, 50.630000 32.420000, -99.860000

Manama (BAH) to Abilene (DYS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) in Manama, Bahrain to Dyess Afb Airport (DYS) in Abilene, United States is 12,779 kilometers (7,941 miles / 6,900 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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 21:43 in Manama, it's 12:43 in Abilene. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,784 feet between the two airports. Dyess Afb Airport sits higher than Bahrain International Airport.

The return flight from Abilene (DYS) to Manama (BAH) follows a heading of 29° (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 Bahrain International Airport (BAH) and Dyess Afb Airport (DYS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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