Birmingham, West Midlands to Manama (BHX–BAH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Last scheduled nonstop: Feb 2026.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BHX–BAH had nonstop service from Great Barrier Airlines, last on the schedule in February 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 3,234 miles in 6h 20m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GF Great Barrier Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Manama from Birmingham, West Midlands
| Metric | BHX→BAH | MAN→BAH | LHR→BAH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BHX | – | 66 mi | 87 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 3 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | – | 15 | 28 |
| Flight time | 6h 20m | 7h 5m | 5h 20m |
Travel Essentials
BHX: BST · BAH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Birmingham, West Midlands, it's 8:00 PM in Manama.
British passport holders can obtain an eVisa before travel or a visa on arrival at Bahrain International Airport (BAH). The eVisa costs BHD 9 (about $24) for a 14-day single entry or BHD 29 (about $77) for a 30-day multiple entry valid for 3 months. Apply at evisa.gov.bh, processed within 24 to 72 hours. Visa on arrival carries the same fees, payable by card.
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. You need a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation. For the eVisa, upload a passport photo page scan and a recent digital photograph. Extensions are available through the Nationality, Passports, and Residence Affairs office in Bahrain.
Direct flights from London Heathrow to Bahrain run about 6 hours 30 minutes on Gulf Air. The Bahraini dinar (BHD) is pegged at 0.376 BHD per $1, making it one of the world's highest-value currencies (1 BHD = roughly $2.65). No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals. Bahrain charges a departure tax of BHD 3 but this is included in the airfare.
BHX–BAH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BHX to BAH
Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Bahrain International Airport (BAH) had nonstop service from Great Barrier Airlines, last on the schedule in February 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
BHX to BAH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BHX to BAH is about 6 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,234 miles (5,205 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hamad, Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci and Athens Eleftherios Venizelos. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Manchester, Greater Manchester (MAN) and London (LHR).