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Overview

With its advanced technology and convenience-oriented approach, the Passenger Terminal aims to put Bahrain International Airport on the global aviation map alongside the world’s leading smart airports. It was designed to enhance efficiency and security while meeting passengers’ growing expectations for a more seamless airport experience. Advancements in automation streamline some of the most time-consuming processes and procedures, giving passengers more control over their journeys.

Bahrain International Airport
Facts and figures about the Airport
SINCE
SINCE
1927

The origins of Bahrain International Airport (BIA) dates to 1927 when a chartered flight to Bahrain landed. Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) is the operator and managing body of BIA since 2010. BAC has cemented BIA’s reputation as an attractive hub for airlines and passengers.

AIRLINES
AIRLINES
27+

In 1932, the first commercial aircraft arrived in the Kingdom, making Bahrain the first GCC country to operate a commercial international airport. Since then, Bahrain International Airport has cemented its position as a key aviation hub due to its unrivalled location, aviation advancements, and competitive edge.

DESTINATIONS
DESTINATIONS
57+

For over 60 years, Bahrain International Airport has connected the world and run some of the most important commercial operations in the Middle East and North Africa. Today, we connect major international destinations across North America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Far East, while offering the highest frequency of regional services.

PASSENGERS
PASSENGERS
14 million

At 210,000 sqm, the new Passenger Terminal increases Bahrain International Airport’s capacity to 14 million passengers and 130,000 air traffic movements per year with a handling capacity of 4,700 bags per peak hour.

Our Story
1927

Landing of the first British Airways (Formerly known as British Overseas Airways Corporation 'BOAC') aircraft, chartered by a pearl merchant from Baghdad to Bahrain following a one-night stop in Basra. Even for this relatively short flight, an overnight stop in Basra was required.

 

1932

The first commercial aircraft arrives from London, heading to Delhi with 24 passengers, making Bahrain the first GCC country to operate a commercial international airport.

1937

A passenger terminal, known as "Bahrein Marine Airport", (the spelling of Bahrain had yet to be standardized) was established to accommodate the rise of the commercial “flying boat” long-haul aircraft.

1950

Weekly flights to Karachi, Singapore, Hong Kong and three times a week to Sydney

1959

Shaikh Salman bin Hamad AlKhalifa, Ruler of Bahrain, lays the foundation for the new terminal at Bahrain's Airport.

1962

Shaikh Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa, Ruler of Bahrain, launches the new terminal, for which his father had placed the foundation stone.

1963

Gulf Air, known as Gulf Aviation Company at the time, was formed.

1970

Qantas, British Airways, Air India and Singapore Airlines all began to use Bahrain International Airport as a major transit stop with their B747 aircraft.

1976

HH Sheikh Isa Bin Salman Al Khalifa, Emir of Bahrain, inaugurated the new Pavillion at Bahrain International Airport's second passenger terminal.

1976

The first Concorde lands in Bahrain. Then-Prime Minister, HH Shaikh Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa was the guest of honor on the flight, which lasted an hour and a half.

1980

Expansions of the airport's facilities took place as a prelude to the major expansion and refurbishment program

1994

The new US$ 100 million terminal was inaugurated and this expanded the handling capacity of the airport to 10 million passengers per year.

2008

Establishment of Bahrain Airport Company

2010

Bahrain Airport Company takes over Management and Development of Bahrain International Airport

2016

Launch of Airport Modernization Program, with attendance by Prime Minister, HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa and then-Prime Minister, HH Shaikh Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa.

2021

Launch of the state-of-the-art USD 1.1 billion terminal building

2022

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and Egyptian President, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, today inaugurated, in the presence of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the new passenger terminal at the Bahrain International Airport.

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Contact Us

Bahrain Airport Company is always available to respond to your queries and feedback.

Address Airport Road, Building 124, Block 224, Muharraq, Kingdom of Bahrain
Feedback Email feedback@bac.bh