Traveling from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Bahrain International Airport (BAH): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to Bahrain International Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Manama's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Kuwait.
Flights from KWI to BAH start from 07:10 — the earliest with Gulf Air. The last service of the day is at 22:00 with Gulf Air. In total, you can choose from 226 weekly Kuwait International Airport to Bahrain International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your KWI to BAH flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to Bahrain International Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Manama (and then other destinations in Bahrain) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The majority of travelers choose to travel with Gulf Air on this route.
With a dependable 90.16% of services arriving as planned, Kuwait Airways has the best on-time performance for KWI to BAH flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kuwait International Airport to Bahrain International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between KWI and BAH include:
Hamad International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Bahrain International Airport flight is $62. A round-trip ticket is currently $142. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from KWI to BAH by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Bahrain International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Landing cheap flights from KWI to BAH is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kuwait International Airport to Bahrain International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Kuwait International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from KWI land at their destination as scheduled 81.62% of the time.
To reach Kuwait International Airport from central Kuwait, it takes about 20 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near KWI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Bahrain International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Consider booking a hotel near BAH if you have a late Kuwait International Airport to Bahrain International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Bahrain International Airport rental car and explore Manama and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Sixt and Europcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Bahrain International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to central Manama
Bahrain International Airport is roughly 8 kilometers from central Manama. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Traveling to the center by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
The quietest month for a flight from Kuwait International Airport to Bahrain International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Manama based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Bahrain International Airport for August if you'd like to go to 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 KWI 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 parts of Bahrain just waiting to be explored. About 13 kilometers south of Manama, a trip to Ar Rifā‘ will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Khalifa AlKubra Garden, Noon Garden and Riffa minicipality.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Bahrain, consider Dār Kulayb, about 21 kilometers south-west of Manama. مسجد دوار 22, Masjid Hamza bin Abdul Muttalib and Bu mahmood Garden حديقة واستراحة ابو محمود are among the biggest draws.