What is the tower frequency at OBBI?

The tower frequency at Bahrain Intl is 118.5 MHz.

Does OBBI require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Bahrain Intl (Bahrain).

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Bahrain Intl

Bahrain Intl (OBBI/BAH) serves Bahrain, Bahrain. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (12L/30R, 12R/30L). Field elevation is 6 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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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: N/A
Timezone: Asia/Bahrain
Distance from City: 16.2 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 12L/30R

Designation: 12L/30R
Dimensions: 12979 X 197
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT II (30R), ILS CAT I (12L), RNAV (GNSS)
Remarks: N/A

Runway 12R/30L

Designation: 12R/30L
Dimensions: 8302 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I (30L), ILS CAT I (12R), RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.500 MHz
Ground: 121.675 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 127.200 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: http://www.bahrainairport.com/
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx BHD 5-15 per tonne
Parking Fee: First 3 hours free; then BHD 2-6 per tonne per day
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: BHD
Remarks: Bahrain International. Handlers: BAS (Bahrain Airport Services), Texel Air. Oldest Gulf airport (est 1927). New terminal opened 2021.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Supplied by BAPCO. Standard Gulf pricing.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Full CIQ. eVisa and visa on arrival available for many nationalities. Landing permit required.

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. Visa on arrival for many nationalities. APIS submission required. Visa-free transit available. World-class immigration facilities.

OTHH

ICAO: OTHH
Name: Hamad Intl
Distance (NM): 79.5
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ. Landing permit required from Qatar CAA (min 2 business days). Visa-free for 80+ nationalities.

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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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 OEBQ Abqaiq Airport 60 NM OTBK Al Khawr Airport 61 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at OBBI?: The tower frequency at Bahrain Intl is 118.5 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).

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