Flying from Bahrain Airport (BAH) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Bahrain Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is 8 hours.
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8, which is five hours ahead of Manama.
Each week, there are five Bahrain Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your BAH to KUL flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
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 international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
AirAsia X offers direct flights from Bahrain Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Kuala Lumpur — and maybe even more of Malaysia if time allows.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is AirAsia X.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bahrain Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between BAH and KUL:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Zayed International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain Airport (BAH) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
R 3,466 is the best price for a one-way Bahrain Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 8,035. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BAH to KUL if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Bahrain Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Bahrain Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Handy information about Bahrain Airport (BAH)
78% of flights that depart Bahrain Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Bahrain Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Manama. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near BAH? If you're boarding an early flight from Bahrain Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you're coming in on a late Bahrain Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near KUL:
Grab a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and explore Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own set of wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
From Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Kuala Lumpur is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Bahrain Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Kuala Lumpur in March.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Bahrain Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BAH to KUL sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.
