Flying from Belfast to Bahrain International Airport (BAH): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Belfast to Bahrain International Airport (BAH). Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are Belfast's main airports.
Manama is three hours ahead of Belfast. Bahrain International Airport is located in Manama, which follows the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Belfast to BAH, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Belfast to BAH that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between BFS and BAH include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Travelling from central Belfast to BFS takes about 2 hours by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Bahrain International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
67.55% of flights taking off from Belfast International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). It's a key transfer point for flights from Belfast to Bahrain International Airport (BAH) departing George Best Belfast City Airport.
BHD is around 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to BAH flight:
George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance rate of 68.3%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Bahrain International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BAH:
Pick up a Bahrain International Airport rental car and explore Manama and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Sixt and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Belfast to Bahrain International Airport flight.
Getting from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to central Manama
Bahrain International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Manama. How long it'll take to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Bahrain International Airport is R 3,626. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 4,453. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Belfast to BAH. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Belfast to Bahrain International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
April is the quietest month for flights from Belfast to Bahrain International Airport (BAH), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Manama based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Belfast to BAH plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Manama to range from 32ºC (90ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Belfast to Bahrain International Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Manama
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Manama right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Belfast to Bahrain International Airport:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Manama when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Start exploring at Al Fateh Grand Mosque followed by Bahrain National Museum and Bahrain Bay Beach.
