BAH
Manama
Bahrain
6,555 km
4,073 miles
WEL
Welkom
South Africa
Distance
6,555 km
4,073 mi / 3,540 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Bahrain
Heading
205°
south southwest

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BAH WEL
Airport Name Bahrain International Airport Welkom Airport
IATA Code BAH WEL
ICAO Code OBBI FAWM
City Manama Welkom
Country Bahrain South Africa
Timezone Asia/Bahrain Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 6 ft 4,399 ft
Coordinates 26.270000, 50.630000 -28.000000, 26.670000

Manama (BAH) to Welkom (WEL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) in Manama, Bahrain to Welkom Airport (WEL) in Welkom, South Africa is 6,555 kilometers (4,073 miles / 3,540 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southwest at a heading of 205°.

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 South Africa. 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 10:57 in Manama, it's 09:57 in Welkom.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,393 feet between the two airports. Welkom Airport sits higher than Bahrain International Airport.

The return flight from Welkom (WEL) to Manama (BAH) follows a heading of 25° (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 Welkom Airport (WEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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