Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Bahrain International Airport (BAH): what you need to know
Manama is eight hours behind Melbourne and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MEL to BAH flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Bahrain International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MEL and BAH:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Bahrain International Airport flight is $810. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,482. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from MEL to BAH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Bahrain International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MEL to BAH.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Bahrain International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Bahrain International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
If you're landing on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Bahrain International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near BAH:
Go where the road takes you with a Bahrain International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Sixt or Europcar and see more of Manama and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Bahrain International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to central Manama
From Bahrain International Airport, Manama is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Bahrain International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Manama based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Bahrain International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Manama during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 32ºC and 38ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to BAH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 21ºC on average.
Explore more of Bahrain
Ar Rifā‘ is just one of the many places in Bahrain waiting to be explored once you've seen Manama. Around 13 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Khalifa AlKubra Garden, Noon Garden and Riffa minicipality.
Dār Kulayb is another well-known destination in Bahrain and is around 21 kilometres south-west of Manama. No trip is complete without a visit to مسجد دوار 22, Masjid Hamza bin Abdul Muttalib and Bu mahmood Garden حديقة واستراحة ابو محمود.
