Travelling from Milan to Bahrain International Airport (BAH): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Milan to Bahrain International Airport (BAH). Check out your options for leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Around 5 hours 35 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Milan to Bahrain International Airport flight.
The timezone in Manama is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Milan. Bahrain International Airport is located in Manama.
You can pick from 4 direct flights a week between Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) and Bahrain International Airport (BAH). This is the busiest route, with Gulf Air offering a 11:35am departure from MXP to BAH.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Milan to BAH.
With more people on the move during high season, it's a good idea to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
You can jump on a direct flight from Milan to Bahrain International Airport (BAH) leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP).
When taking off from MXP, you can catch a direct flight from Milan to Bahrain International Airport with Gulf Air.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between MXP and BAH is Gulf Air.
Gulf Air ranks highest for on-time performance. An exceptional 84.85% of its services on this route complete the journey on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Milan to BAH. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan, MXP can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Milano Malpensa Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Milan to Bahrain International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the ideal choice:
68.23% of flights that depart Milano Malpensa Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Milan to Bahrain International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Orio al Serio International Airport and BAH:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
On public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 64 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your Milan to BAH flight:
67.49% of flights departing Orio al Serio International Airport arrive according to schedule.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
You can book a flight ticket from Milan to Bahrain International Airport (BAH) with one or more stops out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN). These are some of the most common stopovers between LIN and BAH:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
LIN is roughly 11 kilometres from central Milan. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 30 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Milano Linate Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Milan to Bahrain International Airport flight:
Flights that leave from LIN reach their destination within the scheduled time frame 79.56% of the time.
About Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
If you have a late flight from Milan to Bahrain International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near BAH:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Bahrain International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Sixt or Europcar and explore beyond Manama's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around one week before your Milan to Bahrain International Airport flight.
Getting from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to central Manama
Bahrain International Airport to central Manama is about 6 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It takes around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Currently, Rs35,257 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Bahrain International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs80,350. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Milan to BAH, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Milan to Bahrain International Airport ticket.
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Find a cheap flight from Milan to Bahrain International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Milan to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
July is when most people book flights from Milan to Bahrain International Airport (BAH). Plan your visit to Manama in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Manama is August, with temperatures ranging between 32ºC and 38ºC. Lock in your Milan to BAH flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between 14ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Milan to Bahrain International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Manama
After booking your flight from Milan to Bahrain International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Manama:
Your trip to Manama won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions you won't want to miss include Al Fateh Grand Mosque, Bahrain National Museum and Bahrain Bay Beach.