International hub · Manama, Bahrain
Bahrain International
- Elevation
- 6 ft
- Coordinates
- 26°16′N 50°38′E
- Local time
- Asia/Bahrain
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Field information
OBBI runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Bahrain International (OBBI/BAH) has 2 runways; the longest, 12L/30R, is 12,979 ft (3,956 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 10. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Schedules facilitated (IATA Level 2): plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at OBBI, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Bahrain
Country
Bahrain
BH
Municipality
Manama
Elevation
6 ft
Position
26.2673, 50.6376
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 10
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Schedules facilitated (IATA Level 2)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · OBBI
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12L/30R | 12,979 ft (3,956 m) | 197 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 12R/30L | 8,302 ft (2,530 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at OBBI.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Bahrain International (OBBI / BAH) in Manama, Bahrain, through one 24/7 OCC desk. OBBI is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at OBBI
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Bahrain
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Bahrain. Applicable permit lead times for Bahrain are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Bahrain are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at OBBI
Direct FBO and handler coordination at OBBI covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at OBBI
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at OBBI is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to OBBI
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for OBBI: 26° 16′ 2″ N 50° 38′ 16″ E; elevation 6 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Manama
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Manama. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at OBBI.
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Cargo Operations at OBBI
Support for freighter operations into OBBI covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where OBBI sits in the network
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Operating into OBBI?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Bahrain International — one desk for the whole trip.