MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
4,854 km
3,016 miles
XIJ
Ahmed Al Jaber AB
Kuwait
Distance
4,854 km
3,016 mi / 2,621 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
104°
east southeast

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MAN XIJ
Airport Name Manchester Airport Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base
IATA Code MAN XIJ
ICAO Code EGCC OKAJ
City Manchester Ahmed Al Jaber AB
Country United Kingdom Kuwait
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Kuwait
Elevation 257 ft 409 ft
Coordinates 53.350000, -2.270000 28.930000, 47.790000

Manchester (MAN) to Ahmed Al Jaber AB (XIJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom to Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base (XIJ) in Ahmed Al Jaber AB, Kuwait is 4,854 kilometers (3,016 miles / 2,621 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 104°.

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 United Kingdom with Kuwait. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:50 in Manchester, it's 01:50 in Ahmed Al Jaber AB. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Ahmed Al Jaber AB (XIJ) to Manchester (MAN) follows a heading of 318° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Manchester Airport (MAN) and Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base (XIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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