BAH
Manama
Bahrain
3,597 km
2,235 miles
JAF
Jaffna
Sri Lanka
Distance
3,597 km
2,235 mi / 1,942 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2.5h
Asia/Bahrain
Heading
115°
east southeast

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BAH JAF
Airport Name Bahrain International Airport Jaffna International Airport
IATA Code BAH JAF
ICAO Code OBBI VCCJ
City Manama Jaffna
Country Bahrain Sri Lanka
Timezone Asia/Bahrain Asia/Colombo
Elevation 6 ft 33 ft
Coordinates 26.270000, 50.630000 9.790000, 80.070000

Manama (BAH) to Jaffna (JAF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) in Manama, Bahrain to Jaffna International Airport (JAF) in Jaffna, Sri Lanka is 3,597 kilometers (2,235 miles / 1,942 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.

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 Bahrain with Sri Lanka. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:20 in Manama, it's 16:50 in Jaffna.

The return flight from Jaffna (JAF) to Manama (BAH) follows a heading of 305° (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 Bahrain International Airport (BAH) and Jaffna International Airport (JAF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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