BAH
Manama
Bahrain
4,427 km
2,751 miles
MMQ
Mbala
Zambia
Distance
4,427 km
2,751 mi / 2,391 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Bahrain
Heading
211°
south southwest

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BAH MMQ
Airport Name Bahrain International Airport Mbala Airport
IATA Code BAH MMQ
ICAO Code OBBI FLBA
City Manama Mbala
Country Bahrain Zambia
Timezone Asia/Bahrain Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 6 ft 5,454 ft
Coordinates 26.270000, 50.630000 -8.860000, 31.340000

Manama (BAH) to Mbala (MMQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) in Manama, Bahrain to Mbala Airport (MMQ) in Mbala, Zambia is 4,427 kilometers (2,751 miles / 2,391 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southwest at a heading of 211°.

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 Zambia. 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 06:19 in Manama, it's 05:19 in Mbala.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,448 feet between the two airports. Mbala 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 Mbala (MMQ) to Manama (BAH) follows a heading of 28° (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 Mbala Airport (MMQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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