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Flight deals from Velana International to Bahrain

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Velana International to Bahrain? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Manama.R 5,062 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Bahrain.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,062, select.
Manama.R 5,086 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Bahrain.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,086, select.
Manama.R 5,086 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Feb.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Bahrain.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,086, select.
Manama.R 5,115 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Bahrain.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,115, select.
Manama.R 5,140 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Jan.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Velana International on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in Bahrain.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,140, select.
Manama.R 5,398 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Velana International on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Bahrain.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,398, select.
Manama.R 5,483 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Apr.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Sat, 11 Apr, arriving in Bahrain.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,483, select.
Manama.R 5,626 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Bahrain.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,626, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Velana International to Bahrain

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Velana International to Bahrain flights are currently cheapest in October.
Sep
from R 5,398
Oct
from R 5,062
Nov
from R 5,115
Dec
from R 5,733
Jan
from R 5,140
Feb
from R 5,086
Mar
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Apr
from R 5,483
May
from R 5,626
Jun
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Jul
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Aug
from R 5,847

Direct flights from Velana International to Bahrain

Velana International to Bahrain: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Velana International to Manama below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Bahrain.

Malé to Manama: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,062
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time5 hrs
Most popular airlineGulf Air
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Velana International to Bahrain: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Velana International to Bahrain is R 8,497. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours is the average flight time from Velana International to Bahrain.
Gulf Air and SriLankan Airlines fly direct from Velana International to Bahrain.
As of September 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from Velana International to Bahrain.
The cheapest month to fly from Velana International to Bahrain is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Velana International Airport to Bahrain Airport on Thursday, 9 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Bahrain but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Manama is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Arabia and Gulf Air offer the cheapest flight tickets to Bahrain.

Flying from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Bahrain International Airport (BAH): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Velana International Airport to Bahrain International Airport is 5 hours 5 minutes.

  • The timezone in Manama is UTC+3, which is two hours behind Malé.

  • You can choose from 30 weekly Velana International Airport to Bahrain International Airport flights. The 19:00 departure with Gulf Air is the earliest flight you can take. Gulf Air operates the latest service of the day at 19:25.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your MLE to BAH flight.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Gulf Air is your gateway to exploring Manama (and perhaps some other great corners of Bahrain!). Check out the direct flights from Velana International Airport to Bahrain International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • Most passengers choose to fly with Gulf Air on this route.

  • The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for MLE to BAH flights is Gulf Air.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Velana International Airport to Bahrain International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MLE and BAH:

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Velana International Airport to Bahrain International Airport flight is R 5,062. A round-trip fare is currently R 8,497. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Get cheap tickets from MLE to BAH by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Velana International Airport to Bahrain International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MLE to BAH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Velana International Airport to Bahrain International Airport.

Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)

  • 77.73% of flights that leave from Velana International Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • Central Malé to Velana International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Taking an early flight from Velana International Airport to Bahrain International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MLE:

Arriving at Bahrain International Airport (BAH)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Velana International Airport to Bahrain International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BAH instead:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Bahrain International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Sixt or Europcar and venture far and wide through Manama and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Bahrain International Airport about one week before you set off.

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 get to the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

When to fly to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Velana International Airport to Bahrain International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Manama in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Velana International Airport to Bahrain International Airport for August if you want to visit Manama during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 32ºC (90ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MLE to BAH sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Bahrain

  • You've done Manama, now it's time to explore other corners of Bahrain. Journey about 13 kilometres south to Ar Rifā‘ to check off its leading sights. 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 favourite stop in Bahrain. Start your sightseeing at مسجد دوار 22, Masjid Hamza bin Abdul Muttalib and Bu mahmood Garden حديقة واستراحة ابو محمود.

Plan the rest of your trip from Malé to Manama

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