Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has rolled out the addition of Cairo, Casablanca and Chennai to its temporary commercial network operating via King Fahad International Airport in Dammam, with further destinations expected to be introduced in the coming days as part of a phased expansion.
These newly added routes complement the airline’s existing temporary services via Dammam to London Heathrow, Mumbai, Bangkok, Frankfurt and Nairobi. The flights will be available for travel until 28 March 2026, providing passengers with continued access to key global destinations during this period.
The move comes amid the temporary closure of Bahrain’s airspace and forms part of Gulf Air’s broader strategy to sustain international connectivity to and from the Kingdom of Bahrain. The airline said it remains committed to minimizing disruption and maintaining service continuity for its passengers.
To facilitate seamless travel, Gulf Air will arrange dedicated transportation between the Kingdom of Bahrain and King Fahad International Airport in Dammam for passengers holding confirmed bookings on these flights, ensuring a smooth transit experience.
In addition, the airline will assist with Saudi transit visas exclusively for passengers travelling to and from the Kingdom of Bahrain using Gulf Air-arranged land transportation. Passengers whose final destination is the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are required to secure a valid visa independently prior to travel.
Passengers can book their flights through Gulf Air’s official website or via the airline’s mobile application. Travelers are strongly advised not to proceed to the departure airport unless they hold a confirmed booking, as only ticketed passengers will be accommodated on these services.
