Flying from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur is five hours ahead of Manama and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Your BAH to KUL flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BAH and KUL:
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Bahrain International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight is Rs59,932. A return fare is currently Rs114,468. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from BAH to KUL, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Bahrain International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Bahrain International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from BAH touch down on schedule 85.53% of the time.
Bahrain International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Manama. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near BAH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Bahrain International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and discover more of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
From Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Kuala Lumpur is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 4 hours 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Bahrain International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Kuala Lumpur in February.
Book your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport for March if you want to explore Kuala Lumpur during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BAH to KUL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia you'll want to see. About 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Another major destination in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is around 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Make time for highlights including Simflightkl.