Bandar Abbas to Mina Jabal Ali Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Bandar Abbas, Iran to Mina Jabal Ali, United Arab Emirates. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance
173.9 nm
nautical miles
Under Sail
35 hours
at 5 knots
Under Power
17 hours
at 10 knots
Best Time
October-April
Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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This map shows the direct sea route from Bandar Abbas to Mina Jabal Ali. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a moderately indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 19% longer than the 146 nm direct line, its heading turning from south-southeast to south. It is an international crossing between two countries.

Sea distance
173.9 nm (322.1 km)
Direct line
146.2 nm19% longer
Great-circle bearing
207° (south-southwest)
Geographic extent
2.2° × 1.6°
Crossing
Cross-border · Same region
From
Bandar Abbas (Iran) 27.1865, 56.2808
To
Mina Jabal Ali (United Arab Emirates) 25.0167, 55.0500
Route basis
Sea-lane route
Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speedDuration
5 kn35 hours
8 kn22 hours
10 kn17 hours
12 kn14 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

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Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Bandar Abbas to Mina Jabal Ali Route

Linking Bandar Abbas and Mina Jabal Ali, this single-day crossing international crossing connecting two major commercial ports sits in the Middle East region — a passage shaped by reduced visibility from haze and dust storms in summer.

The lane links Bandar Abbas (Iran) and Mina Jabal Ali (United Arab Emirates), within the same maritime region.

Navigation Tips

  • •A single-day crossing international passage in the Middle East region typically requires planning for reduced visibility from haze and dust storms in summer.
  • •A single-day crossing leg in Middle East benefits from waypoint planning and verified fuel availability.
  • •Confirm operating hours and clearance procedures for this international crossing within the same maritime region, since rules vary by port.
  • •Verify that emergency equipment matches the demands of a single-day crossing leg in Middle East.
  • •Documentation requirements differ for international passages within the same maritime region; verify cruising permits in advance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Bandar Abbas to Mina Jabal Ali by sea?

Approximately 173.9 nautical miles separate Bandar Abbas and Mina Jabal Ali by sea, making this a single-day crossing leg in Middle East.

How long does it take to sail from Bandar Abbas to Mina Jabal Ali?

Expect about 17 hours – 35 hours for a single-day crossing run of 173.9 nautical miles within the same maritime region.

What's the best time to sail from Bandar Abbas to Mina Jabal Ali?

Peak sailing season here is October-April; year-round, Middle East routes contend with reduced visibility from haze and dust storms in summer.

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