BAH
Manama
Bahrain
4,962 km
3,084 miles
BLZ
Blantyre
Malawi
Distance
4,962 km
3,084 mi / 2,679 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Bahrain
Heading
202°
south southwest

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BAH BLZ
Airport Name Bahrain International Airport Chileka International Airport
IATA Code BAH BLZ
ICAO Code OBBI FWCL
City Manama Blantyre
Country Bahrain Malawi
Timezone Asia/Bahrain Africa/Blantyre
Elevation 6 ft 2,555 ft
Coordinates 26.270000, 50.630000 -15.680000, 34.970000

Manama (BAH) to Blantyre (BLZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) in Manama, Bahrain to Chileka International Airport (BLZ) in Blantyre, Malawi is 4,962 kilometers (3,084 miles / 2,679 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, 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 Malawi. 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 21:06 in Manama, it's 20:06 in Blantyre.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,549 feet between the two airports. Chileka International Airport sits higher than Bahrain International Airport.

The return flight from Blantyre (BLZ) to Manama (BAH) follows a heading of 20° (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 Chileka International Airport (BLZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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