Manama Airport Transfer Guide (2026) - All Options & Tips
Ensure a secure, efficient arrival with Manama airport transfer tips, including current options and common scams to avoid.
We have not yet verified how travellers currently reach Manama from the airport serving it, so we are not publishing routes, operators or fares we cannot stand behind. For what is running on the day you travel, the arrivals information published by your arrival airport is the reliable source, and your accommodation will usually know what works best for the hour you land.
Helpful Tips
Download the Careem app before arrival for reliable ride-hailing across Manama
Use the Bahrain Bus Card (GO Card) for cheaper fares on the red and blue public bus routes
The airport shuttle bus 1 stops at Bab Al Bahrain in the city center, roughly half the price of a taxi
Taxis from the airport use meters - insist on using it or agree the fare before starting your journey
Common Scams to Avoid
Unlicensed taxis inside the arrivals hall quote inflated flat fares to central Manama, often double the metered rate. Only use the official taxi queue outside or pre-book through the airport's approved ride-hailing kiosk.
Baggage porters in the arrival area insist on handling even small carry-ons and then demand a high fixed fee per bag. Politely decline unless you need assistance and agree on a small tip in advance.
Currency-exchange booths just past customs advertise "no commission" but apply a poor rate that is not clearly displayed. Compare the mid-market rate on your phone first or wait to use an ATM inside the terminal for a better deal.
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