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Pegasus Airlines
PC 1162
→ Outbound · 27 Sep
STN
London Stansted
BAH
Bahrain
2:40 PM
27 Sep
10h 15m
2:55 AM
28 Sep
← Return · 7 Oct
BAH
Bahrain
LGW
London Gatwick
4:05 AM
7 Oct
12h 10m
2:15 PM
7 Oct
from
£343
Return · per adult
Saudia
SV 108
→ Outbound · 20 Dec
LHR
London Heathrow
BAH
Bahrain
5:00 PM
20 Dec
20h 35m
4:35 PM
21 Dec
← Return · 30 Dec
BAH
Bahrain
LHR
London Heathrow
5:30 PM
30 Dec
17h 00m
7:30 AM
31 Dec
from
£554
Return · per adult
Turkish Airlines
TK 1242
→ Outbound · 8 Nov
STN
London Stansted
BAH
Bahrain
10:55 AM
8 Nov
11h 20m
1:15 AM
9 Nov
← Return · 18 Nov
BAH
Bahrain
LHR
London Heathrow
2:20 AM
18 Nov
17h 00m
4:20 PM
18 Nov
from
£590
Return · per adult
Etihad
EY 66
→ Outbound · 31 Jan
LHR
London Heathrow
BAH
Bahrain
7:20 PM
31 Jan
22h 40m
9:00 PM
1 Feb
← Return · 10 Feb
BAH
Bahrain
LHR
London Heathrow
10:55 PM
10 Feb
16h 10m
12:05 PM
11 Feb
from
£662
Return · per adult
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Top 10 airlines flying from London to Bahrain
Cheapest and average return economy fares by carrier, from our sampled live searches. Fares change constantly — tap Search to see live prices for your dates.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flights | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pegasus Airlines | £338 | £392 | With stops | |
| Saudia | £525 | £576 | With stops | |
 Royal Jordanian | £583 | £584 | With stops | |
| Turkish Airlines | £590 | £601 | With stops | |
| Etihad | £630 | £2401 | With stops | |
 Qatar Airways | £657 | £657 | With stops | |
 British Airways | £817 | £1139 | With stops | |
 Aer Lingus | £819 | £819 | With stops | |
 Emirates | £1796 | £1796 | With stops | |
 Egyptair | £1994 | £2135 | With stops |
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Insights & trends for London to Bahrain flights
Data-powered insights to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.
How much is a return flight from London to Bahrain?
Return flights from London to Bahrain typically cost between £517 and £598 in August, though fares move with demand, season and how early you book. The lowest fare our search found recently was £340 — a great price and well below the usual range, so a price near this is worth grabbing. Keeping your dates flexible and comparing nearby days is the easiest way to land at the cheaper end.
What is the cheapest day to fly to Bahrain?
The cheapest day to depart to Bahrain is usually Friday, when fares start from around £339 — midweek departures tend to be quieter and cheaper. Saturday is typically the most expensive day to fly out (around £590), as weekend travel is popular with leisure and business travellers alike. Where your plans allow, moving your outbound to a cheaper weekday can noticeably lower the total fare.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Bahrain?
Flights to Bahrain are generally cheapest departing in the afternoon, with fares from around £338. Departures in the evening tend to cost more (about £562), as those slots are more convenient and in higher demand. Picking an off-peak departure time is a simple way to trim the price without changing your dates.
What is the cheapest London airport to fly to Bahrain from?
The cheapest return flights to Bahrain depart from London Gatwick (LGW), from around £338. London has several airports serving this route and fares can vary between them — Heathrow (LHR) is often the priciest at around £525. It's worth checking which London airport is both cheapest and most convenient for you before booking.
Average return fare to Bahrain by month
The cheapest month to fly from London to Bahrain is typically September, with return economy fares from £340. Fares are usually highest in July (around £604). Figures are indicative, from sampled live fares, and change with demand.
Cheapest sampled return economy fare, London to Bahrain, per month (gaps estimated). Search live for exact prices.
When to book flights from London to Bahrain
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Cheap flights to Bahrain from across the UK
You don't have to fly from London. The cheapest UK departure for Bahrain is currently London from £338. Compare return economy fares and typical flight times below — figures are indicative from sampled fares.
Indicative cheapest return economy fares by UK origin. Pick your dates in the search form above.
Reviews of airlines servicing Bahrain
See what customers who have flown with Saudia, Qatar Airways, Emirates and more to Bahrain have to say. Each airline is scored on boarding, crew, food, comfort and entertainment.
Saudia
1,420 reviews
Qatar Airways
1,450 reviews
Emirates
1,040 reviews
EgyptAir
1,210 reviews
Turkish Airlines
2,140 reviews
Saudia
9.7WonderfulI had a comfortable flight with Saudia. The cabin was clean and the seating was reasonably comfortable for the duration of the journey. The overall atmosphere onboard was calm, which made the flight quite relaxing.
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About flights to Bahrain
Overview
Bahrain is a compact island kingdom in the Arabian Gulf, connected to Saudi Arabia by the King Fahd Causeway and easy to reach on a single direct flight from the UK. The capital, Manama, blends glassy towers with traditional souqs, while the wider archipelago holds Dilmun-era forts, pearl-diving heritage and the floodlit Bahrain International Circuit. It also makes a calmer alternative to Dubai or Doha. If you are looking for cheap flights to Bahrain, the price charts on this page show how fares move through the year.
Best time to fly to Bahrain
The most comfortable months are November to March, with daytime temperatures around 20-25°C and pleasant evenings for the Manama corniche or Bahrain Fort. June to September is intensely hot, often above 40°C with high humidity, so fares and hotel rates tend to ease. The Formula 1 Grand Prix, usually held in March or April, pushes prices up sharply for that fortnight, so check the When to book chart above to compare months.
Main gateway cities & airports
Almost everyone arrives into Bahrain International Airport (BAH) on Muharraq Island, a modern, easily navigated airport just north-east of the capital. It is only about 10-15 minutes by taxi from central Manama and 20-30 minutes from the Seef and Juffair districts. There are no other international airports on the islands, so BAH is your single point of entry whichever UK city you fly from.
Airlines and routes
Gulf Air, Bahrain's national carrier, and British Airways both fly direct from London Heathrow to Bahrain, with a typical flying time of around 6 hours 45 minutes to 7 hours. From Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow and elsewhere you will usually connect once, with common options including Qatar Airways via Doha, Emirates via Dubai, Etihad via Abu Dhabi and Turkish Airlines via Istanbul. Allowing for the transfer, connecting journeys from northern England typically take 9-13 hours. Flights from London to Bahrain remain the quickest choice if a direct service matters to you.
Popular places to visit in Bahrain
- Bahrain Fort (Qal'at al-Bahrain): a UNESCO-listed fort and excavation site telling the story of the ancient Dilmun civilisation.
- Manama Souq & Bab Al Bahrain: lively old-city lanes for spices, gold, textiles and Bahraini pearls.
- Al Fateh Grand Mosque: one of the region's largest mosques, offering free guided tours for respectful visitors.
- Tree of Life: a lone tree that has survived for centuries in open desert, a quirky photo stop.
- Bahrain International Circuit: home of the Grand Prix, with track tours and karting outside race weekends.
Top tips for finding cheap flights to Bahrain
- Travel in the shoulder months of April-May or September-October for warm weather and lower fares than peak winter.
- Avoid the Formula 1 weekend and UK school holidays, when flights and hotels are at their most expensive.
- Compare a direct Heathrow service with a one-stop flight from your local airport, as connecting fares are often noticeably cheaper.
- Use the price charts on this page to build your dates around the lowest-fare periods and book a few months ahead.
Travel essentials
Most UK passport holders can obtain a Bahrain visit visa on arrival or apply in advance through the official eVisa portal; your passport should be valid for at least six months. The currency is the Bahraini dinar (BHD), one of the world's highest-valued currencies, and cards are widely accepted. For winter travel, book a few months ahead and check the When to book chart above before you confirm.
Baggage & hand-luggage allowance for flights to Bahrain
Your allowance to Bahrain depends on the airline and the fare you book. The table below shows typical long-haul allowances so you know roughly what to expect — always confirm the exact limits with your airline before you fly.
| Fare type | Hand baggage | Checked baggage |
|---|---|---|
| Basic / Light economy | 1 small under-seat bag | Usually none — add for a fee |
| Standard economy | 1 cabin bag + 1 personal item | Typically 1 × 23 kg |
| Premium economy | 1–2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 23 kg |
| Business / First | 2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 32 kg |
Indicative only. Allowances vary by airline, route and fare — always check your airline's baggage policy.
Packing & baggage tips
- Full-service carriers (e.g. British Airways, Turkish Airlines, KLM) usually include a checked bag on long-haul economy fares; basic/low-cost fares often don't.
- Cabin (hand) bag size is commonly around 56 × 45 × 25 cm — confirm your airline's limit before you pack.
- Liquids in hand luggage must be in containers of 100 ml or less, inside one clear resealable bag.
- Weigh your bags at home — airport excess-baggage fees are far higher than pre-booked allowances.
- Extra or heavier bags are almost always cheaper added online in advance than at the airport.
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