Flying from Bahrain Airport (BAH) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Bahrain Airport to Cairo Airport.
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Manama.
Flights from BAH to CAI start at 00:35 — the first with Gulf Air. The last departure is at 12:15 with Gulf Air. In total, you can choose from 19 weekly Bahrain Airport to Cairo Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BAH to CAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Gulf Air offers direct flights from Bahrain Airport to Cairo Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Cairo — and maybe even more of Egypt if you have time.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Gulf Air.
Gulf Air is a leader in on-time performance for BAH to CAI flights, with 89.39% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bahrain Airport to Cairo Airport. These are the top stopovers between BAH and CAI:
Riyadh Airport
Kuwait Airport
Dammam Airport
Handy information about Bahrain Airport (BAH)
Of the departures from Bahrain Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
Bahrain Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Manama. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near BAH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Bahrain Airport to Cairo Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CAI if you're catching a late Bahrain Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cairo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cairo and beyond.
Booking your ride from Cairo Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Bahrain Airport to Cairo Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Cairo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Bahrain Airport to Cairo Airport for July if you'd like to visit Cairo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BAH to CAI sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Cairo, now it's time to explore other corners of Egypt. Journey around 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to check off its top sights. From Bibliotheca Alexandria to Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Egypt, consider Port Said, about 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque are among the biggest draws.