Travelling from Bahrain Airport (BAH) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Bahrain Airport to Dubai Airport.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Manama.
Take your pick of 102 weekly Bahrain Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 01:10 departure with Gulf Air is the earliest available. Emirates operates the latest service of the day at 23:00.
To ensure you get on your BAH to DXB flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can travel nonstop to Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. Book a ticket with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Bahrain Airport to Dubai Airport:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Gulf Air.
With 76.92% of services arriving as planned, Gulf Air is the most punctual carrier operating BAH to DXB flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bahrain Airport to Dubai Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between BAH and DXB:
Hamad International Airport
Kuwait Airport
Dammam Airport
Handy information about Bahrain Airport (BAH)
78% of flights taking off from Bahrain Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Manama to Bahrain Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near BAH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bahrain Airport to Dubai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DXB if you're on a late Bahrain Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental to explore Dubai and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The quietest month for a flight from Bahrain Airport to Dubai Airport is March, while December is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Dubai based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Bahrain Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you want to explore Dubai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BAH to DXB in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many places in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered after you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in the United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, about 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace are the start of reasons to visit.
