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Cheapest round-trip
$285
Typical prices: $274-$506
Royal Jordanian
Tue 11/13Mon 11/19
BAH - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$346
Typical prices: $261-$536
Turkish Airlines
Tue 1/16Tue 1/23
BAH - IST • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Gulf Air and Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 4h 30m
Direct flights
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Gulf Air
Most punctual • 93% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 37% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Sharjah (SHJ)
Cheapest • Avg $177 (round-trip)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 9h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Manama to Istanbul (BAH-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Manama to Istanbul

Fri, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 19
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5:35 am - 1:05 pmBAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-IST Istanbul
7h 30m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
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2:05 pm - 3:20 amIST  Istanbul-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
13h 15m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
$285Royal Jordanian
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
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5:35 am - 9:05 pmBAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-IST Istanbul
15h 30m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
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10:10 pm - 7:55 pmIST  Istanbul-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
21h 45m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
$285Royal Jordanian
Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 23
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2:25 am - 6:55 amBAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-IST Istanbul
4h 30mnonstop
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9:10 pm - 1:20 amIST  Istanbul-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
4h 10mnonstop
$346Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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2:25 am - 6:55 amBAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-IST Istanbul
4h 30mnonstop
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9:10 pm - 1:20 amIST  Istanbul-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
4h 10mnonstop
$351Turkish Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Sat, Dec 19
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6:00 pm - 10:55 amBAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-IST Istanbul
16h 55m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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4:15 pm - 4:35 pmIST  Istanbul-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
24h 20m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
$357SAUDIA
Wed, Dec 16 - Fri, Dec 25
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6:00 pm - 10:55 amBAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-IST Istanbul
16h 55m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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4:15 pm - 4:35 pmIST  Istanbul-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
24h 20m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
$359SAUDIA
Sun, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 23
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3:30 pm - 12:55 amBAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-IST Istanbul
9h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
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4:05 pm - 4:20 pmIST  Istanbul-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
24h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
$360Emirates
Thu, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 13
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3:30 pm - 12:50 amBAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-IST Istanbul
9h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
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1:50 am - 5:30 pmIST  Istanbul-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
15h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
$361Emirates
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 25
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8:40 am - 5:35 pmBAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-IST Istanbul
8h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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6:35 pm - 7:40 amIST  Istanbul-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
13h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
$370flydubai
Thu, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 26
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8:40 am - 12:50 amBAH  Manama Bahrain Intl-IST Istanbul
40h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
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1:50 am - 2:30 pmIST  Istanbul-BAH Manama Bahrain Intl
36h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
$375flydubai
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Price, demand and travel trends for Manama to Istanbul Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Manama to Istanbul Airport?

Round-trip flights from Manama to Istanbul Airport typically range from $274 to $506. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $285, on Royal Jordanian.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manama to Istanbul Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manama to Istanbul Airport. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Manama to Istanbul Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Manama to Istanbul Airport at $238 round-trip.
•May ($529) and June ($505) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 122% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Manama to Istanbul Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Manama to Istanbul Airport are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Manama to Istanbul

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on Gulf Air

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Turkish Airlines

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Key details for Manama to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$162
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Manama to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Manama to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Manama to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Manama to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Manama to Istanbul Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Manama to Istanbul Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:00 am and lands at 5:30 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:50 am and lands at 3:20 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 30m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Manama to Istanbul Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Manama to Istanbul Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Manama to Istanbul Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Manama to Istanbul Airport takes 4h 30m, covering 1,620 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Manama to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Manama to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Manama to Istanbul Airport range from $274 to $506, with an average of $378 over the past 12 months. Anything below $274 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Manama to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $378 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Manama to Istanbul Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $177 round-trip via Sharjah (SHJ), compared to $421 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Manama to Istanbul Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $15–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Manama to Istanbul Airport?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Gulf Air and Turkish Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Manama to Istanbul Airport spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Manama to Istanbul Airport flights, with 66% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 34%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Manama to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Manama to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $231, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Manama to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Manama to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Manama to Istanbul Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Manama to Istanbul Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Manama to Istanbul Airport route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 41m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Manama to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Manama to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Manama to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Manama to Istanbul Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $344 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $428, a difference of $84.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Manama to Istanbul Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Manama and Istanbul Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Gulf Air
    • Turkish Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Manama to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 34m, compared with 9h 36m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 10h 09m via Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED).

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii and Beyazit Meydani. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Manama to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Manama to Istanbul Airport flights:

    • Gulf Air: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Manama to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Gulf Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Manama to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $344, about $84 less than Thursday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manama to Istanbul Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $238 round-trip in that month - typically $291 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Gulf Air. Over the past three months, 93% of Gulf Air flights from Manama to Istanbul Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 91%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 41m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Sharjah Airport (SHJ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $177 round-trip on this route - about $244 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Manama to Istanbul Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Manama Bahrain Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Manama Bahrain Intl to Istanbul

Monday

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Gulf Air

Gulf Air

Wednesday

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Friday

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Manama Bahrain Intl

Monday

Gulf Air

Gulf Air

Tuesday

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Friday

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

Gulf Air,Turkish Airlines

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