Flying from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Bahrain International Airport (BAH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Bahrain International Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
The timezone in Manama is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Abu Dhabi.
Flights from AUH to BAH start from 02:10 — the first with Etihad Airways. The last service of the day is at 23:30 with Gulf Air. Overall, there are 73 weekly Abu Dhabi International Airport to Bahrain International Airport flights.
Your AUH to BAH flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
With direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Bahrain International Airport available through various airlines, flying to Manama (and then other destinations in Bahrain) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
Hi Fly Malta is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With a reliable 93.94% of services arriving as scheduled, Gulf Air is the most punctual carrier offering AUH to BAH flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Bahrain International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AUH and BAH:
Hamad International Airport
Muscat International Airport
King Fahd International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
At the moment, £33 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Bahrain International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £70. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from AUH to BAH by booking at least 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Bahrain International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from AUH to BAH.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Bahrain International Airport.
Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Abu Dhabi International Airport, data shows 78.54% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Abu Dhabi to Abu Dhabi International Airport is around 20 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near AUH? If you've booked an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Bahrain International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Bahrain International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BAH instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Bahrain International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Sixt or Europcar to explore Manama and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Bahrain International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to central Manama
Bahrain International Airport is roughly 5 miles from the centre of Manama. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Bahrain International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Manama. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Manama is August, with the temperature ranging between 32ºC (90ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Bahrain International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from AUH to BAH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bahrain
Ar Rifā‘ is just one of the many places in Bahrain waiting to be discovered after you've seen Manama. Around 8 miles away to the south, its top attractions include Khalifa AlKubra Garden, Noon Garden and Riffa minicipality.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Bahrain, consider Dār Kulayb, roughly 13 miles south-west of Manama. مسجد دوار 22, Masjid Hamza bin Abdul Muttalib and Bu mahmood Garden حديقة واستراحة ابو محمود are key highlights.