Flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Bahrain Airport (BAH): what you need to know
Manama is eight hours ahead of Washington DC and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your IAD to BAH flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Washington Dulles Airport to Bahrain Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between IAD and BAH include:
London Heathrow Airport
Dubai Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Bahrain Airport (BAH)
Right now, $579 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to Bahrain Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,161. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from IAD to BAH, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Bahrain Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from IAD to BAH by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Bahrain Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
77% of flights that leave from Washington Dulles Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Washington Dulles Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to IAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Bahrain Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Bahrain Airport (BAH)
If you have a late Washington Dulles Airport to Bahrain Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near BAH:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Bahrain Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Sixt or Europcar and explore beyond Manama's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Bahrain Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Bahrain Airport (BAH) to central Manama
From Bahrain Airport, Manama is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bahrain Airport (BAH)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Bahrain Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Manama. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Bahrain Airport for August if you want to explore Manama during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 32ºC (90ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IAD to BAH sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bahrain
Manama has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Bahrain just waiting to be discovered. About 13 kilometres south of Manama, a visit to Ar Rifā‘ will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Sheikh Salman Bin Ahmed Al Fateh Fort, AlBayan Mosque and Museum Majalis.