How much does a taxi from Bahrain International Airport to Manama cost?

Official metered taxis from Bahrain International Airport to Manama cost BHD 4-8 ($11-21) metered. Journey time is 15-25 min.

Is Uber cheaper than a taxi at Bahrain International Airport?

Yes — Uber typically costs BHD 3-6 ($8-16) — Uber + Careem vs BHD 4-8 ($11-21) metered for a taxi.

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Bahrain International Airport Taxi vs Uber

Real prices, official pickup locations, scam warnings and the cheapest way from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Manama city centre.

Official Taxi

BHD 4-8 ($11-21) metered

15-25 min

Airport-approved metered taxis (regulated)

Uber

BHD 3-6 ($8-16) — Uber + Careem

Both Uber + Careem active — designated ride-share zone

Cheapest way

Bus A1 to Manama Bus Terminal BHD 0.4 (~$1.05) — every 20-30 min.

Where to catch an official taxi

Arrivals — official orange/white metered taxi rank outside

How to avoid taxi scams at Bahrain International Airport

One of the lowest-scam GCC transfers — Bahrain taxi meters are honest.
Airport surcharge BHD 1 (~$2.65) is legitimate. Anything more = scam.
If driver refuses meter, walk away and find another.

Skip the queue — pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No haggling, no scam risk, driver meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. Locks price before you fly.

Getting out of Manama (BAH)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

Our pick

Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

Check transfer prices Renting a car instead? Compare rentals with free cancellation.

Currency

BHD

English-friendly

High

Tipping

Round up. 500 fils standard.

Where to stay in Manama

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