# Bahrain International Airport (BAH)

> Manama, BH · Located on Muharraq Island, adjacent to Manama

Web: https://airport.flights/airport/bah
JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/bah.json

## Facts

- **IATA**: BAH
- **ICAO**: OBBI
- **Timezone**: Asia/Tehran
- **Runways**: 2
- **Terminals**: 1
- **Passengers**: 9.6M/yr
- **Hub for**: Gulf Air
- **Official site**: https://www.bahrainairport.bh

## Overview

## Welcome

Bahrain International Airport (BAH), located on Muharraq Island adjacent to Manama, offers a more intimate experience compared to its larger Gulf counterparts like Doha or Dubai. Completed with its new terminal, it serves as a compact Gulf flagship, benefiting from Gulf Air’s hub advantages such as fast check-in and quick immigration. It sees a footfall of 9.6 million passengers annually, making it an efficient choice with a polished design that's easy to navigate.

## At a glance

BAH features one main terminal (T1) that caters to all flights, including notable airlines like Gulf Air, Emirates, and Qatar Airways. With its two runways, it smoothly manages a diverse range of flights, primarily serving as a hub for Gulf Air. The airport’s location on Muharraq Island places it within a convenient distance from Manama, making city access swift.

## Terminals & layout

T1 is the sole terminal at Bahrain International, consolidating all services under one roof. This terminal is well-regarded for its efficient layout; you can traverse the entire concourse within 10 to 15 minutes. Despite its size, it houses nine lounges, providing ample relaxation opportunities, and extensive dining and shopping options. It’s worth noting that the terminal houses 15 dining outlets and 15 retail shops, with Bahrain Duty Free, Starbucks, and McDonald's being popular choices among travelers.

## Getting to and from the city

Transport options abound for those heading into Manama. Taxis are heavily regulated, starting at a fare of BHD 2, but ride-hailing services like Careem and Uber offer competitive alternatives, especially during off-peak times. Bus routes A1 and A2 provide a budget-friendly option at just 0.275 BHD per ride, connecting the airport with the central parts of the city and Muharraq. Parking options are varied, with Long Term Car Park D being the most economical at 3.000 BHD per day, while valet parking tops out at 15.000 BHD per day.

## Traveller essentials

The airport remains compact and relatively stress-free, making it excellent for quick layovers. Arrive early during the 22:00 to 02:00 peak as immigration and security lines can build up. Otherwise, 90 minutes suffice for departures. For those with layovers, the airside Bahrain Airport Hotel offers respite with quiet rooms and shower facilities, sidestepping the immigration hassles entirely.

## Dining & shopping highlights

Choices such as TGI Fridays and Costa Coffee ensure that there's something for all tastes. However, food and drink are premium-priced – advisable to dine in Manama if you want more than a light bite before checking in. The retail offerings include luxury brands like Montblanc and Rolex, with the duty-free section highlighted for its local Bahraini sweets and date products.

## Lounges

BAH hosts several lounges, with the Falcon Gold Lounge being a standout for Gulf Air passengers. However, it often fills up during late-night rush hours, making The Pearl Lounge a recommended alternative, offering facilities on both departures and arrivals. Access to Falcon Gold Lounge comes at 30 BHD or 5000 Falconflyer miles, ensuring exclusivity.

## Insider tips

- **Insider:** Check in online for Gulf Air and use the bag-drop counters near Falcon Gold for a quicker airport experience in T1.

- **Time:** Arrive 2.5–3 hours early for late-night departures from BAH to avoid congestion. Reduce this to 90 minutes during off-peak hours if checked in online.

- **Local:** Transit enthusiasts identify buses A1 and A2 as the practical choice for visitors at a nominal fare, offering a cool ride with strong A/C.

- **Quiet:** Enjoy quieter waits by choosing seating at the ends of the pier, particularly near lesser-used gates beyond Schengen.

- **Money:** Eat in town before your flight; airport food prices are high. Use the outlets mainly for coffee or light snacks.

- **Local:** The landside café cluster near check-in hall offers a quieter atmosphere with strong Wi-Fi, ideal for pre-security lingering.

- **Quiet:** If you seek quiet before flying, the small prayer room near the main departure gates provides a serene spot to decompress.

- **Avoid:** The Falcon Gold Lounge might get crowded; head straight for the shower desk on entry to avoid queues.

## Terminals (1)

- **Passenger Terminal Building** — Gulf Air, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines
  The terminal offers a variety of dining and shopping options.

## Dining (15)

- **Caribou Coffee**
- **Cinnabon**
- **Costa Coffee**
- **Grab & Go**
- **Illy Caffè** — Departures
- **Jasmis**
- **KFC**
- **McDonald's** — Arrivals
- **Mövenpick Café**
- **Naseef Restaurant**
- **Papa John's Pizza**
- **Starbucks** — Before Check-in
- **Subway**
- **TGI Fridays** — Departures
- **Upper Crust**

## Lounges (9)

- **Airport Hotel Quiet Lounge** — Pay-per-use
- **Bahrain Airport Hotel** — T1 · Transit passengers
- **Gulf Air Falcon Gold Lounge Non-Schengen** — Airline lounge
- **Gulf Air Falcon Gold Lounge Schengen** — Airline lounge
- **Gulf Air Lounge: Falcon Gold Lounge** — T1 · Gulf Air Falcon Gold, Priority Pass · 30 BHD or 5000 Falconflyer miles
- **Marhaba Lounge** — Contract lounge
- **The Pearl Lounge on Arrivals** — T1 · Priority Pass, Day pass
- **The Pearl Lounge on Departures** — T1 · Priority Pass, Day pass · true
- **Unaccompanied Minors Lounge** — Restricted access

## Shops (15)

- **Adidas** — T1
- **Bahrain Duty Free** — T1
- **Bath & Body Works** — T1
- **Chopard** — T1
- **Kids World** — T1
- **Lacoste** — T1
- **Montblanc** — T1
- **Pharmacy** — T1
- **Pure Gold** — T1
- **Relay** — T1
- **Rolex** — T1
- **Souq Al Bahrin** — T1
- **Swarovski** — T1
- **Victoria's Secret** — T1
- **WHSmith** — T1

## Parking (9)

- **Accessible Parking** — next to terminal
- **EV Charging Area** — Designated bays
- **Long Term Car Park D** — Long stay · 3.000 BHD/day · short bus ride to terminal
- **Overflow Car Park** — Long stay
- **Premium Car Park** — Short stay
- **Remote Car Park** — Economy
- **Short & Long Term Car Park B** — Short stay · 5.000 BHD/day, 1.000 BHD/hr · next to terminal
- **Staff Car Park** — Restricted access
- **Valet Parking** — Valet · 15.000 BHD/day, 3.000 BHD/hr · inner curbside

## Ground transport (17)

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- **Careem and Uber** — Rideshare · Varies · : null},{
  Pre-booking available via app.
- **Pre-booked Taxi (Careem, Uber)** — Rideshare · Varies by destination · Available 24/7
  Pick-up point is near Gate 1.
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- **Route 10 Bus** — Bus · : null, , · : null},{
- **Route 11 Bus** — Bus · : null},{
- **Airport Taxi Service** — Taxi · 15-20 min · : null},{
- **Bahrain Airport Taxi** — Taxi · Varies · Initial BHD 2, additional BHD 2 for pickup · 24/7
  Meter-based fares apply.
- **Tourist Coach Transfers** — Coach · : null},{

## Insider tips

- _Insider_: Check in online for Gulf Air and use the bag-drop counters near Falcon Gold for a quicker airport experience in T1.
- _Time_: Arrive 2.5–3 hours early for late-night departures from BAH to avoid congestion. Reduce this to 90 minutes during off-peak hours if checked in online.
- _Local_: Transit enthusiasts identify buses A1 and A2 as the practical choice for visitors at a nominal fare, offering a cool ride with strong A/C.
- _Quiet_: Enjoy quieter waits by choosing seating at the ends of the pier, particularly near lesser-used gates beyond Schengen.
- _Money_: Eat in town before your flight; airport food prices are high. Use the outlets mainly for coffee or light snacks.
- _Local_: The landside café cluster near check-in hall offers a quieter atmosphere with strong Wi-Fi, ideal for pre-security lingering.
- _Quiet_: If you seek quiet before flying, the small prayer room near the main departure gates provides a serene spot to decompress.
- _Avoid_: The Falcon Gold Lounge might get crowded; head straight for the shower desk on entry to avoid queues.