Flying from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Bahrain International Airport to King Khaled International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Manama and Riyadh follow the same timezone, UTC+3.
Flights from BAH to RUH start at 02:25 — the first with Gulf Air. The last departure is at 23:45 with Lufthansa. Overall, you can choose from 158 weekly Bahrain International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your BAH to RUH flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Bahrain International Airport to King Khaled International Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Riyadh (and then other corners of Saudi Arabia) is a snap. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
Most passengers choose to travel with Gulf Air on this route.
With a dependable 94.2% of services landing on schedule, Saudia has the best on-time record for BAH to RUH flights.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bahrain International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BAH and RUH:
King Fahd International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
$64 is the best price for a one-way Bahrain International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $131. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from BAH to RUH by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Bahrain International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BAH to RUH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bahrain International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Handy information about Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
85.53% of flights departing from Bahrain International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from BAH.
Central Manama to Bahrain International Airport is approximately 5 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to BAH? If you're boarding an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
If you're coming in on a late Bahrain International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near RUH:
Explore without limits with a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and discover more of Riyadh and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks before traveling.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
From King Khaled International Airport, Riyadh is approximately 25 miles away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the center driving.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Bahrain International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Riyadh in April.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with the temperature ranging between 79ºF and 111ºF. Book your flights from Bahrain International Airport to King Khaled International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BAH to RUH in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 45ºF and 73ºF on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dammam is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Riyadh. Around 240 miles away to the north-east, popular attractions include King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Looking for other well-known places to visit in Saudi Arabia? Travel 85 miles south-east of Riyadh to Al Kharj. Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park is a highlight in the area.