Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Bahrain International Airport (BAH): What you need to know
The timezone in Manama is UTC+3, which is five hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Bahrain International Airport is located in Manama.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Kuala Lumpur to BAH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to BAH that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between KUL and BAH include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
KUL is about 56 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bahrain International Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of the departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 59% land on schedule at their destination.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is about 19 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Kuala Lumpur to BAH flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance rate of 68%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bahrain International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near BAH instead:
Pick up a Bahrain International Airport rental car and explore Manama and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Sixt and Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to Bahrain International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to central Manama
Bahrain International Airport is around 10 kilometres from the centre of Manama. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Rs58,066 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Bahrain International Airport. A return flight starts from Rs158,541. These fares may change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to BAH. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Kuala Lumpur to Bahrain International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Kuala Lumpur to BAH.
Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bahrain International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. May is the quietest month to go to Manama. January is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Bahrain International Airport (BAH), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Kuala Lumpur to BAH plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Manama, with temperatures ranging from 32ºC to 38ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Bahrain International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 21ºC.
More about Manama
Start your Manama trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bahrain International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Al Fateh Grand Mosque, Bahrain National Museum and Bahrain Bay Beach are highlights which should feature on any good Manama itinerary.
