Bahrain International Airport BAHOBBI

Bahrain International Airport (BAH) is Bahrain’s main international gateway on Muharraq Island and the home hub of Gulf Air. It is a compact Gulf hub with strong regional, Middle East, South Asia and selected long-haul links, but it is not a mega-hub on the scale of Dubai, Doha or Abu Dhabi. Gulf Air is not part of one of the three global alliances, so frequent flyers should check codeshare and lounge rules flight by flight. The 2021 passenger terminal keeps most commercial departures and arrivals under one roof, making airside transfers comparatively simple. For the city, taxis or ride-hailing are usually the most practical option to central Manama, Bahrain Bay or Seef, with a normal journey around 15-25 minutes depending on traffic; buses exist but suit passengers with time and light bags. For layovers, the airport works well for short connections, while longer stops can use the airside hotel/rest facilities or a quick city visit if visa, schedule and traffic allow.

Timezone: Asia/Bahrain

Nonstop from here

Carrier network (who flies) — not availability or price; tap an airport for its awards.

Airport lounges

Lounge access is reference info; commission never ranks.

Official info

Official site

https://www.bahrainairport.bh/

As of 2026-06-20 — confirm with the airport.

Airport facts

ICAO

OBBI

Elevation

6 ft

Scheduled service

Yes

Runways

2

Longest runway

12979 ft

Terminals

To the city

• public bus → Manama / city centre · Bahrain Public Transport routes A1, A2, 10, and 11 serve Bahrain International Airport and connect via Manama or City Centre depending on route.

Bus / coach

Bahrain Public Transport routes A1, A2, 10, and 11 serve the airport.

Taxi

Airport taxi service is indicated, but no official phone/operator details verified.

Train / metro

No operational airport train/metro service verified.

Airport services

Cities served

Hotels near the airport