Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Bahrain International Airport (BAH): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Bahrain International Airport.
Manama's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Riyadh.
Flights from RUH to BAH start at 07:00 — the first with Gulf Air. The last service of the day is at 22:35 with Gulf Air. In total, you can take your pick of 157 weekly King Khaled International Airport to Bahrain International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your RUH to BAH flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Bahrain International Airport. When you're ready to start your Manama holiday, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of Bahrain:
Gulf Air has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Gulf Air is the most punctual carrier operating RUH to BAH flights. An exceptional 94.77% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Bahrain International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between RUH and BAH:
King Fahd International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Rs22,513 is currently the best price for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Bahrain International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs42,639. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from RUH to BAH by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Bahrain International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from RUH to BAH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Bahrain International Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that depart RUH arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Need a convenient hotel near RUH? If you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Bahrain International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Consider booking a hotel close to BAH if you're catching a late King Khaled International Airport to Bahrain International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Bahrain International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Sixt or Europcar and discover more of Manama and beyond.
Booking your ride from Bahrain International Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to central Manama
Bahrain International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Manama. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Bahrain International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Manama. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Bahrain International Airport for August if you want to visit Manama during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 32ºC and 38ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RUH to BAH in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of Bahrain
Ar Rifā‘ is just one of the many places in Bahrain waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Manama. Around 13 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Khalifa AlKubra Garden, Noon Garden and Riffa minicipality.
Dār Kulayb is another well-known destination in Bahrain and is around 21 kilometres south-west of Manama. No trip is complete without dropping by مسجد دوار 22, Masjid Hamza bin Abdul Muttalib and Bu mahmood Garden حديقة واستراحة ابو محمود.
