BAH
Manama
Bahrain
6,845 km
4,253 miles
NKC
Nouakchott
Mauritania
Distance
6,845 km
4,253 mi / 3,696 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Bahrain
Heading
277°
west

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BAH NKC
Airport Name Bahrain International Airport Nouakchott International Airport
IATA Code BAH NKC
ICAO Code OBBI GQNN
City Manama Nouakchott
Country Bahrain Mauritania
Timezone Asia/Bahrain Africa/Nouakchott
Elevation 6 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 26.270000, 50.630000 18.100000, -15.950000

Manama (BAH) to Nouakchott (NKC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) in Manama, Bahrain to Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) in Nouakchott, Mauritania is 6,845 kilometers (4,253 miles / 3,696 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west at a heading of 277°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Bahrain with Mauritania. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:47 in Manama, it's 02:47 in Nouakchott. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Nouakchott (NKC) to Manama (BAH) follows a heading of 69° (east 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 Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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