BAH
Manama
Bahrain
3,568 km
2,217 miles
LUA
Lukla
Nepal
Distance
3,568 km
2,217 mi / 1,927 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2.75h
Asia/Bahrain
Heading
79°
east

Airport Comparison

BAH LUA
Airport Name Bahrain International Airport Lukla Airport
IATA Code BAH LUA
ICAO Code OBBI VNLK
City Manama Lukla
Country Bahrain Nepal
Timezone Asia/Bahrain Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 6 ft 9,380 ft
Coordinates 26.270000, 50.630000 27.690000, 86.730000

Manama (BAH) to Lukla (LUA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) in Manama, Bahrain to Lukla Airport (LUA) in Lukla, Nepal is 3,568 kilometers (2,217 miles / 1,927 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east at a heading of 79°.

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 Nepal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:18 in Manama, it's 06:03 in Lukla.

There is a significant elevation difference of 9,374 feet between the two airports. Lukla Airport sits higher than Bahrain International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Lukla (LUA) to Manama (BAH) follows a heading of 276° (west). 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 Lukla Airport (LUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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