Travelling from Nairobi to Bahrain International Airport (BAH): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Nairobi. Explore your options departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL) when booking your flight from Nairobi to Bahrain International Airport (BAH).
Manama (where Bahrain International Airport is located) and Nairobi share the UTC+3 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
To ensure you get on your flight from Nairobi to BAH, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Nairobi to BAH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Nairobi to Bahrain International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% land on schedule at their destination.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
With public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 15 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to BAH flight:
About Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Reserve a hotel near BAH if you have a late flight from Nairobi to Bahrain International Airport. Check in to one of these options and end the night sooner:
Explore without limits with a Bahrain International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Sixt or Europcar and find adventure across Manama and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Nairobi to Bahrain International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to central Manama
Bahrain International Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Manama. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
ر.ق. 918 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Bahrain International Airport. Return flights start from ر.ق. 1,488. These fares may change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Nairobi to BAH if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Nairobi to Bahrain International Airport (BAH). July is the most popular month to visit Manama. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Manama is August, with temperatures ranging between 32ºC and 38ºC. Book your Nairobi to BAH flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between 14ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Bahrain International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Manama
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Manama right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Bahrain International Airport:
Al Fateh Grand Mosque and Bahrain National Museum are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Manama travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Bahrain Bay Beach.