Flying from Bahrain Airport (BAH) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Bahrain Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Manama.
Flights from BAH to IST start from 00:35 — the earliest with Gulf Air. The last service of the day is at 11:00 with Gulf Air. Overall, there are 22 weekly Bahrain Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BAH to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Istanbul (and then discovering more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a snap with Gulf Air. This popular airline has direct flights from Bahrain Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Gulf Air is the top choice for travellers on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bahrain Airport to Istanbul Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between BAH and IST include:
Dubai Airport
Riyadh Airport
Kuwait Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain Airport (BAH) to Istanbul Airport (IST)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bahrain Airport to Istanbul Airport flight is ج.م. 7,029. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ج.م. 12,922. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from BAH to IST, book your trip six months before your departure.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bahrain Airport to Istanbul Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BAH to IST by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bahrain Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Handy information about Bahrain Airport (BAH)
Of the flights that depart from Bahrain Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Bahrain Airport from central Manama, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near BAH? If you're catching an early flight from Bahrain Airport to Istanbul Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)
Book a hotel near IST if you have a late Bahrain Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Istanbul Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and see more of Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Bahrain Airport to Istanbul Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Bahrain Airport to Istanbul Airport for July if you want to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BAH to IST around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without dropping by Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
