MaléBahrain, Bahrain

Flights from Malé to Bahrain

Nonstop flights from Malé (MLE) to Bahrain (BAH) take about 4h 49m (3,458 km). Gulf Air flies it. Lowest fare seen: $805 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Malé to Bahrain

Carriers on MLE–BAH according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Gulf Airnonstop fare seen

Malé to Bahrain fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $805 one-way. With stops: Dec 2026, from $334. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$129823 Oct 2026 · Gulf Air	$345 · 1 stop23 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$11005 Nov 2026 · Gulf Air	$341 · 1 stop5 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$80528 Dec 2026 · Gulf Air	$334 · 1 stop28 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$8888 Jan 2027 · Gulf Air	$447 · 1 stop8 Jan 2027
Feb 2027	$83421 Feb 2027 · Gulf Air	$337 · 1 stop21 Feb 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $341 for November 2026, $334 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 5 of 5 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Malé to Bahrain, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Bahrain

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Bahrain is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Malé to Bahrain flights

How long is the flight from Malé to Bahrain?

A nonstop flight from Malé (MLE) to Bahrain (BAH) takes about 4h 49m, covering 3,458 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Malé from Bahrain by air?

The great-circle distance between Velana International Airport and Bahrain International Airport is 3,458 km (2,149 miles), a medium-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Malé to Bahrain?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MLE–BAH route include Gulf Air. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Malé to Bahrain cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MLE–BAH was $805 USD with Gulf Air (nonstop), departing 28 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Malé to Bahrain?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $334 one-way, against $447 for January 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Malé to Bahrain?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $334 with one stop against $805 nonstop, a saving of $471. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Malé to Bahrain?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Bahrain visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Bahrain?

Bahrain is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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