Flying from Dammam Airport (DMM) to Bahrain Airport (BAH): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Dammam Airport to Bahrain Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 50 minutes.
Dammam and Manama are both in the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Flights from DMM to BAH start at 07:15 — the first with Gulf Air. The last service of the day is at 23:35 with Gulf Air. Overall, there are 28 weekly Dammam Airport to Bahrain Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your DMM to BAH flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Travelling to Manama (and then seeing more of Bahrain!) is a snap with Gulf Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from Dammam Airport to Bahrain Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Gulf Air on this route.
With a reliable 87.19% of services landing on schedule, Gulf Air has the best on-time record for DMM to BAH flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dammam Airport to Bahrain Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DMM and BAH:
Dubai Airport
Riyadh Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dammam Airport (DMM) to Bahrain Airport (BAH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dammam Airport to Bahrain Airport flight is $122. A return plane ticket is currently $282. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from DMM to BAH by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Dammam Airport to Bahrain Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Dammam Airport (DMM)
Dammam Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from DMM make it to their destination as scheduled 84% of the time.
Dammam Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Dammam. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Arriving at Bahrain Airport (BAH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BAH if you're catching a late Dammam Airport to Bahrain Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Bahrain Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Sixt or Europcar and explore beyond Manama's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Bahrain Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Bahrain Airport (BAH) to central Manama
Bahrain Airport to central Manama has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bahrain Airport (BAH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Dammam Airport to Bahrain Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Manama in March.
Book your flight from Dammam Airport to Bahrain Airport for August if you'd like to explore Manama during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 32ºC (90ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DMM to BAH in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Bahrain
Manama has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Bahrain you'll want to see. Around 13 kilometres south of Manama, a visit to Ar Rifā‘ will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Sheikh Salman Bin Ahmed Al Fateh Fort, AlBayan Mosque and Museum Majalis.