BAH
Manama
Bahrain
5,858 km
3,640 miles
SWX
Shakawe
Botswana
Distance
5,858 km
3,640 mi / 3,163 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Bahrain
Heading
215°
southwest

Airport Comparison

BAH SWX
Airport Name Bahrain International Airport Shakawe Airport
IATA Code BAH SWX
ICAO Code OBBI FBSW
City Manama Shakawe
Country Bahrain Botswana
Timezone Asia/Bahrain Africa/Gaborone
Elevation 6 ft 3,379 ft
Coordinates 26.270000, 50.630000 -18.370000, 21.830000

Manama (BAH) to Shakawe (SWX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) in Manama, Bahrain to Shakawe Airport (SWX) in Shakawe, Botswana is 5,858 kilometers (3,640 miles / 3,163 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southwest at a heading of 215°.

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 Botswana. 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 05:59 in Manama, it's 04:59 in Shakawe.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,373 feet between the two airports. Shakawe Airport sits higher than Bahrain International Airport.

The return flight from Shakawe (SWX) to Manama (BAH) follows a heading of 33° (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 Shakawe Airport (SWX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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