Flying from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Around 9 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Bahrain International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Manila's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Manila five hours ahead of Manama.
Flights from BAH to MNL start from 20:25 — the first with Gulf Air. The latest departure is at 20:55 with Gulf Air. In total, you can choose from 12 weekly Bahrain International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BAH to MNL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Flying into Manila (and then seeing more of Philippines!) is a snap with Gulf Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from Bahrain International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Gulf Air on this route.
Among carriers operating BAH to MNL flights, Gulf Air has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BAH and MNL:
Dubai Airport
King Khaled International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Currently, 209 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Bahrain International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 404 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from BAH to MNL, reserve your journey five months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bahrain International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from BAH to MNL.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Bahrain International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Handy information about Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
85.53% of flights departing from Bahrain International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from BAH.
Bahrain International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Manama. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near BAH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Book a hotel close to MNL if you're on a late Bahrain International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Ninoy Aquino International Airport rental car and explore Manila and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar are top outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Ninoy Aquino International Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport to central Manila has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
April is the most popular month for flights from Bahrain International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Manila in February.
When reserving your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Manila, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BAH to MNL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Philippines
Manila is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Philippines waiting to be discovered. About 8 kilometres north-east of Manila, a visit to Quezon City will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Pinky Spikes, Province and GEE’s SPOT GARDEN by Gerard.
Taguig is another essential stop in Philippines and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. No trip is complete without a visit to Sib Plants, Philippine Science Heritage Centre or Salinlahi Museum and BGC Astronaut Mural.