Travelling from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Rome: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Bahrain International Airport to Rome and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 48 minutes.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is 2 hours behind Manama, where Bahrain International Airport is located.
Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most traveled route, with 8 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from BAH to FCO is with Gulf Air at 10:20. Go for the first departure operated by Gulf Air at 01:40 if you want to fly out earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from BAH to Rome. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can book a direct flight from Bahrain International Airport to Rome. Begin your journey at BAH and arrive at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Keep an eye out for offers from Gulf Air. This carrier operates direct flights from Bahrain International Airport to Rome.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from BAH to Rome, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
To travel to Italy for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Bahrain. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the length and purpose of your visit. Always check the most recent guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Rome.
Travelling from central Manama to BAH takes around 47 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 17 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a handy hotel near BAH? If you're catching an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Rome, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Rome
Rs38,591 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Rome. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs90,658. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book 4 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BAH to Rome.
Plan your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Bahrain International Airport to Rome. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to the centre of Rome is about 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 51 minutes.
Book a hotel near FCO if you're taking a late flight from Bahrain International Airport to Rome. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Central Rome is approximately 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). As soon as your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Rome has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 42 minutes.
The trip will take about 1 hour and 39 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near CIA. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from BAH to Rome at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Rome
August is the busiest month for flights from Bahrain International Airport to Rome. To avoid the crowds, head to Rome in February when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Rome, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from BAH to Rome in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Rome, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are must-visits when exploring Rome.
Complete your Rome trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Rome and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare rates in one go to find the ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Bahrain International Airport to Rome.