Flying from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
London is three hours behind Manama and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your BAH to LGW flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bahrain International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. These are the top stopovers between BAH and LGW:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Currently, R 1,571 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bahrain International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,533. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from BAH to LGW, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Bahrain International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
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Handy information about Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Bahrain International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 85.53% of flights that depart BAH reach their destination without delay.
Central Manama to Bahrain International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to London Gatwick Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near BAH:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Bahrain International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Pick up a London Gatwick Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from London Gatwick Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to central London has a drive time of about 1 hour 20 minutes. It's approximately 80 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The quietest month for a flight from Bahrain International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit London based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Bahrain International Airport to London Gatwick Airport for July if you want to explore London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BAH to LGW in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If there's time to check out another side of United Kingdom, consider Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are the start of reasons to visit.