Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bahrain International Airport (BAH): what you need to know
Manama's timezone is UTC+3, making Manama three hours ahead of London.
Your LGW 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 when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bahrain International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LGW and BAH:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Right now, R 3,365 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Bahrain International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 6,600. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from LGW to BAH, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Bahrain International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from LGW to BAH.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Bahrain International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights that take off from London Gatwick Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bahrain International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LGW:
Arriving at Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
If you're arriving on a late London Gatwick Airport to Bahrain International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near BAH:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Bahrain International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Sixt or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Manama and beyond.
Booking your ride from Bahrain International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to central Manama
From Bahrain International Airport, Manama is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bahrain International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Manama based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bahrain International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Manama, with the temperature ranging from 32ºC (90ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to BAH in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Bahrain
You've done Manama, now it's time to explore other parts of Bahrain. Travel about 13 kilometres south to Ar Rifā‘ to tick off its top attractions. From Khalifa AlKubra Garden to Noon Garden and Riffa minicipality, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 21 kilometres south-west of Manama, Dār Kulayb is another essential stop in Bahrain. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at مسجد دوار 22, Masjid Hamza bin Abdul Muttalib and Bu mahmood Garden حديقة واستراحة ابو محمود.