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Flights from Riyadh to Bahrain

Nonstop flights from Riyadh (RUH) to Bahrain (BAH) take about 1h 2m (421 km). Gulf Air, Flynas and Saudia fly it. Lowest fare seen: $113 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Riyadh to Bahrain

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

✈ Gulf Airnonstop fare seen✈ Flynasnonstop fare seen✈ Saudianonstop fare seen

Riyadh to Bahrain fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $113 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $102. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$12225 Oct 2026 · Flynas$103 · 1 stop28 Oct 2026 · Saudia
Nov 2026$11320 Nov 2026 · Gulf Air$102 · 1 stop19 Nov 2026 · Saudia
Dec 2026$1285 Dec 2026 · Flynas—
Jan 2027$12022 Jan 2027 · Flynas$104 · 1 stop17 Jan 2027 · Saudia
Aug 2027$31413 Aug 2027 · Gulf Air$160 · 1 stop13 Aug 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $102 for November 2026, $104 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Riyadh 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 — Riyadh to Bahrain flights

How long is the flight from Riyadh to Bahrain?
A nonstop flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Bahrain (BAH) takes about 1h 2m, covering 421 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 Riyadh from Bahrain by air?
The great-circle distance between King Khalid International Airport and Bahrain International Airport is 421 km (262 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Riyadh to Bahrain?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the RUH–BAH route include Gulf Air, Flynas and Saudia. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Riyadh to Bahrain cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on RUH–BAH was $113 USD with Gulf Air (nonstop), departing 20 Nov 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 Riyadh to Bahrain?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $102 one-way, against $160 for August 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Riyadh to Bahrain?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $102 with one stop against $113 nonstop, a saving of $11. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Saudi Arabia 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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