Bahrain » Getting to Manama

Approximate flight time from London to Manama is 7 hours 15 minutes.

By Water

Mina Salman, Mina Manama and Mina Muharraq. These ports offer a quick and efficient entry into the country from all parts of the world. Passenger ferries operate between Iran and Bahrain (travel time – 16 hours).

By Taxi

There are plenty of taxis in Bahrain, you can flag them down on the street. The taxicabs are easy to identify, they have orange markings and carry a 'Taxi' sign on the roof.

All taxis should operate with a meter by law. But sometimes it is necessary to kindly remind the driver to turn his meter on.

The standard minimum fare is 800 fils ($2.10). It covers the first three kilometres, after which you pay 100 fils (25 cents) for every subsequent kilometre. At night (from 2200 until 0600), the minimum fare is BD 1.200 ($3.10) for the first three kilometres and 150 fils for every kilometre after. If you are coming from the airport there is an extra charge of BD1 ($2.60) in addition to the meter fare. This fee applies from the airport only.

By Radio Taxi

Radio taxis can be ordered over the phone, at any time of day or night. They are very reliable and charge only a little more than regular taxis. Radio taxis are metered and tips are not expected but welcomed.

By Bus

There are several companies that organise air-conditioned bus tours to popular sight-seeing destinations. It is a comfortable way to view the sights and you will not get lost.