Travelling from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Bahrain International Airport is located in Manama. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Kuala Lumpur is five hours ahead of Manama.
For a relaxed start to your BAH to Kuala Lumpur flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from BAH to Kuala Lumpur with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The journey from central Manama to BAH takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Kuala Lumpur? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to BAH:
78% of flights taking off from Bahrain International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Kuala Lumpur
The best price we've seen for a one-way Bahrain International Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight is Rs52,557. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs81,172. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from BAH to Kuala Lumpur, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a Bahrain International Airport to Kuala Lumpur ticket.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BAH to Kuala Lumpur by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bahrain International Airport to Kuala Lumpur.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is around 56 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 55 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Bahrain International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near KUL:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from BAH to Kuala Lumpur.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Central Kuala Lumpur is about 19 kilometres from Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). After your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Kuala Lumpur has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
The trip will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to SZB. Settle in and get cosy after your BAH to Kuala Lumpur flight at one of these well-located options:
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at SZB can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. August is the most popular month to travel to Kuala Lumpur. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
Before booking a Bahrain International Airport to Kuala Lumpur plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from BAH to Kuala Lumpur around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Sky Terrace KL Tower, Petronas Twin Towers and Warisan Merdeka Tower are top sights which should feature on every Kuala Lumpur itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Malaysia, consider Johor Bahru, about 290 kilometres southeast of Kuala Lumpur. Raja Maha Mariamman Temple, Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar) and Zaharah Botanic Gardens are the start of reasons to visit.