BAH
Manama
Bahrain
6,291 km
3,909 miles
GCJ
Midrand
South Africa
Distance
6,291 km
3,909 mi / 3,397 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Bahrain
Heading
204°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

BAH GCJ
Airport Name Bahrain International Airport Grand Central Airport
IATA Code BAH GCJ
ICAO Code OBBI FAGC
City Manama Midrand
Country Bahrain South Africa
Timezone Asia/Bahrain Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 6 ft 5,325 ft
Coordinates 26.270000, 50.630000 -25.990000, 28.140000

Manama (BAH) to Midrand (GCJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) in Manama, Bahrain to Grand Central Airport (GCJ) in Midrand, South Africa is 6,291 kilometers (3,909 miles / 3,397 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southwest at a heading of 204°.

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 18:54 in Manama, it's 17:54 in Midrand.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,319 feet between the two airports. Grand Central 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 Midrand (GCJ) to Manama (BAH) follows a heading of 24° (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 Grand Central Airport (GCJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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