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Bahrain, BahrainColombo, Sri Lanka

Flights from Bahrain to Colombo

Nonstop flights from Bahrain (BAH) to Colombo (CMB) take about 5h 11m (3,751 km). Gulf Air flies it. Lowest fare seen: $201 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Colombo

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Bahrain to Colombo

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

✈ Gulf Airnonstop fare seen

Bahrain to Colombo fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Feb 2027, from $201 one-way. With stops: Jan 2027, from $131. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$26628 Oct 2026 · Gulf Air$135 · 1 stop25 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$2094 Nov 2026 · Gulf Air$137 · 1 stop6 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$2168 Dec 2026 · Gulf Air$159 · 1 stop8 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$4483 Jan 2027 · Gulf Air$131 · 1 stop2 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$2019 Feb 2027 · Gulf Air$137 · 1 stop8 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$2042 Mar 2027 · Gulf Air$138 · 1 stop2 Mar 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $135 for October 2026, $131 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 6 of 6 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Bahrain to Colombo, 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 Colombo

Based on weather and travel conditions in Sri Lanka

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Sri Lanka has two coasts with opposite monsoon patterns. West coast (Colombo, Galle) is best Dec–March; east coast (Trincomalee, Arugam Bay) is best June–September.

Peak season: December – March (west), June – September (east)

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Frequently asked questions — Bahrain to Colombo flights

How long is the flight from Bahrain to Colombo?
A nonstop flight from Bahrain (BAH) to Colombo (CMB) takes about 5h 11m, covering 3,751 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 Bahrain from Colombo by air?
The great-circle distance between Bahrain International Airport and Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport is 3,751 km (2,331 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Bahrain to Colombo?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the BAH–CMB 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 Bahrain to Colombo cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on BAH–CMB was $201 USD with Gulf Air (nonstop), departing 9 Feb 2027, 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 Bahrain to Colombo?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in January 2027 were cheapest, from $131 one-way, against $159 for December 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Bahrain to Colombo?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $131 with one stop against $201 nonstop, a saving of $70. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Bahrain to Sri Lanka?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Sri Lanka 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 Colombo?
Sri Lanka has two coasts with opposite monsoon patterns. West coast (Colombo, Galle) is best Dec–March; east coast (Trincomalee, Arugam Bay) is best June–September.

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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