BAH
Manama
Bahrain
6,699 km
4,163 miles
NKU
Nkaus
Lesotho
Distance
6,699 km
4,163 mi / 3,617 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Bahrain
Heading
202°
south southwest

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BAH NKU
Airport Name Bahrain International Airport Nkaus Airport
IATA Code BAH NKU
ICAO Code OBBI FXNK
City Manama Nkaus
Country Bahrain Lesotho
Timezone Asia/Bahrain Africa/Maseru
Elevation 6 ft 5,621 ft
Coordinates 26.270000, 50.630000 -30.020000, 28.200000

Manama (BAH) to Nkaus (NKU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) in Manama, Bahrain to Nkaus Airport (NKU) in Nkaus, Lesotho is 6,699 kilometers (4,163 miles / 3,617 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southwest at a heading of 202°.

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 Lesotho. 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 08:33 in Manama, it's 07:33 in Nkaus.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,615 feet between the two airports. Nkaus 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 Nkaus (NKU) to Manama (BAH) follows a heading of 23° (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 Nkaus Airport (NKU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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