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Bahrain Intl (OBBI/BAH) — Bahrain, Bahrain

At a glance

Operating hours
Open 24h
Customs
Available 24h
Port of entry
Yes
Fuel
JET A-1
Tower
118.500
Runways
12L/30R, 12R/30L
Elevation
6 ft

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Section Breakdown
Basic Info 7/7
Runways 1/4
Frequencies 4/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
Additional Info 10/10
Observed Activity · Oct 26
95 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 90 on the ground · busiest hour 04:00Z
2026-10-132026-10-26
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: OBBI
  • Name: Bahrain Intl
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 26.267296
  • Longitude: 50.637642
  • Elevation: 6 ft
  • Country: Bahrain
  • Municipality: Bahrain
  • IATA Code: BAH
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: OBBB
  • Timezone: Asia/Bahrain
  • Distance from City: 6.1 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 12L/30R

  • Designation: 12L/30R
  • Dimensions: N/A
  • Surface: N/A
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: N/A
  • NAVAIDs: ILS RWY 12L (LOC IBIB 111.5, GP 332.9, 3° / 55ft RDH), ILS RWY 30R (LOC IBIA 110.3, GP 335.0, 3° / 55ft RDH), DME CH 55X, DVOR/DME 111.80 (BHR), NDB
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: Main runway. TORA/TODA/ASDA 3964m, LDA 3657m both directions. PAPI 3° left (67.15ft MEHT). Exit restrictions: 12L landings via A6/A7 only (not A4); 30R landings via A4 only (not A6/A7). Low vis ops: no landing/takeoff if RVR < 350m.

Runway 12R/30L

  • Designation: 12R/30L
  • Dimensions: N/A
  • Surface: N/A
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: N/A
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: Secondary runway. Marked 'currently not available' per eAIP AD-2.OBBI Mar 2024 AIRAC. TORA 2530m, TODA 2590m (12R) / 3130m (30L), LDA 2222m (12R) / 2410m (30L).

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.500 MHz
  • Ground: 121.850 MHz
  • Operations: 127.850 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 121.900 MHz
  • ATIS: 127.200 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Bahrain Intl operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: H24 all services. Admin office: SUN-THU 04:00-11:15 UTC.

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +973 17321100
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +973 17321997
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.bahrainairport.bh
  • Remarks: Fax: +973 17339060 / +973 17324096. BAFCO fuel ops: +973 17348280, mob +973 66769958, email [email protected]. AFS: OBBIYAYX

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: Yes
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: OBBI does not require slots or PPR per available sources. Airport operator: +973 17321100.
  • Remarks: SMA Level 2 schedule facilitation. Prior slot request and customs notice required. Airport operator: +973 17321100.

Customs

  • Open: 00:00
  • Close: 23:59
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: H24. Full CIQ available around the clock.

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Light (up to 7t): BD 7 flat; Medium (7-136t): BD 1.400 per 1,000 kg; Heavy (136t+): BD 1.500 per 1,000 kg. Reductions: up to 45t 50% off, 45-90t BD 30 off, 90t+ 25% off (max BD 100).
  • Parking Fee: Up to 25,000 kg MTOW: BD 5.000 per 24h; Over 25,000 kg MTOW: BD 0.200 per 1,000 kg per 24h. First 2 hours after landing free.
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: BHD
  • Remarks: Landing fees per MTOW bracket. Nav overfly charges BD 24-79. Handlers: BAS H24, Texel Air. GA/bizjet must carry own towbar.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: 1.00
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-02
  • Remarks: Supplied by BAFCO (Bapco Air Fueling Co). Contract or cash basis only — pre-deposit required. Hydrant stands 07-26A, E1-E4, C1-C4; bowser stands 1-6, 50-58, 61-63, 71-75, 26B, 27-28, 80-88. AVGAS 100LL NOT available. Contact: +973 17348280

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • APIS Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Full CIQ H24. eVisa available for many nationalities.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: 3
  • Remarks: No curfew. 24-hour operations.

Alternates

OEDF

  • ICAO: OEDF
  • Name: King Fahd Intl
  • Distance (NM): 46.8
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ. Landing permit required from GACA.

OTBD

  • ICAO: OTBD
  • Name: Doha Intl
  • Distance (NM): 78.5
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Full port of entry. APIS required. Landing permit required for all flights. Visa on arrival for many nationalities.

OTHH

  • ICAO: OTHH
  • Name: Hamad Intl
  • Distance (NM): 79.5
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ H24. Landing permit required from Qatar CAA (min 2 business days lead time). E-gates available for departures/arrivals. Immigration: +974 44621386

Airport Services

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Bahrain Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 2d Landing: 2d
  • Overflight Permit: Conditional
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: Minimum 48 working hours before departure; 2 weeks for state/military aircraft
  • Landing Lead Time: Minimum 48 working hours; 2 weeks for state/military aircraft
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require overflight and landing permits. Standard 48-hour lead time applies.

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Active NOTAMs

A0317/27
info
Runway closed
RWY 12L / 30R CLOSED DUE TO WIP
2027-10-08 00:50 UTC 2027-10-23 03:15 UTC
A0311/27
info
Runway closed
RWY 12L / 30R CLOSED DUE TO WALKING INSPECTION
2027-09-02 08:00 UTC 2027-09-02 09:30 UTC
A0315/27
info
Runway closed
RWY 12L / 30R CLOSED DUE TO WIP
2027-05-28 00:50 UTC 2027-06-12 03:15 UTC

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Nearby Airports

OBKH Sakhir Air Base 15 NM OBBS Sheik Isa Air Base 21 NM OEDR King Abdulaziz Air Base 26 NM OERT Ras Tanura Airport 43 NM OEDF King Fahd Intl 47 NM OT62 Umm Al-Shokhot Airport 52 NM OTBK Al Khawr Airport 61 NM OEBQ Abqaiq Airport 60 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at OBBI?
The tower frequency at Bahrain Intl is 118.500 MHz.
What fuel is available at OBBI?
Bahrain Intl offers JET A-1.
Does OBBI require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Bahrain Intl (Bahrain). Permit details for Bahrain
Is customs available at OBBI?
Yes, customs at Bahrain Intl is available from 00:00 to 23:59.
Does OBBI require slots or PPR?
Slots are required at Bahrain Intl.
Where is OBBI located?
Bahrain Intl (OBBI) is located in Bahrain, Bahrain.
What is the IATA code for OBBI?
The IATA code for Bahrain Intl is BAH.
Is OBBI a port of entry?
Yes, Bahrain Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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