Airline

Gulf Air (EQ)

Experience renowned Arabian hospitality with Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain. Enjoy seamless connections through a modern, uncrowded hub to major destinations across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia.

Why travelers choose Gulf Air

  • Seamless and quiet transit experience through the modern Bahrain International Airport (BAH).
  • Generous baggage allowances with complimentary checked bags on most Economy fare brands.
  • Experience boutique Arabian hospitality and responsive disruption handling across the global network.

Fare families

Economy Light

A budget-friendly option perfect for light travelers, offering standard baggage and essential services.

  • 23kg checked baggage allowance
  • Chargeable seat selection until check-in
  • Ticket changes permitted for a fee; limited refunds

Economy Light

A budget-friendly option perfect for light travelers, offering standard baggage and essential services.

  • 23kg checked baggage allowance
  • Chargeable seat selection until check-in
  • Ticket changes permitted for a fee; limited refunds

Economy Friendly

A balanced fare providing extra comfort, increased baggage, and flexible change conditions.

  • 30kg generous checked baggage allowance
  • Complimentary standard seat selection on most routes
  • Lower change fees and partial refundability

Key policies

Baggage allowance

Economy Light fares include 23kg, while Economy Friendly includes 30kg of checked baggage. Falcon Gold passengers enjoy a generous 40kg allowance. Always check your specific ticket for exact route-based allowances.

Change policy

Economy Light fares incur higher change fees, whereas Economy Friendly offers reduced fees and greater flexibility. Falcon Gold tickets provide ultimate flexibility with minimal or no change fees (fare difference applies to all changes).

Check-in

Online web check-in opens 24 hours prior to departure, allowing you to select seats and save time. Airport counters typically close 60 minutes before departure.

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Colombo (CMB) network

Gulf Air operating flights touching CMB

Sample operating pattern; confirm exact days and times during booking.

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From Colombo (CMB)

CMB → DXB

Flight EQ 203 • Daily

4h 15m
08:55 → 12:10 Nonstop, morning departure

CMB → SIN

Flight EQ 468 • Daily

4h 30m
10:45 → 17:45 Nonstop, widebody

CMB → LHR

Flight EQ 503 • Mon / Wed / Fri

11h 15m
13:10 → 20:25 1 stop via hub

To Colombo (CMB)

DXB → CMB

Flight EQ 204 • Daily

4h 15m
14:20 → 20:35 Nonstop, evening arrival

SIN → CMB

Flight EQ 469 • Daily

3h 40m
19:20 → 21:00 Nonstop, premium-heavy

LHR → CMB

Flight EQ 504 • Tue / Thu / Sat

10h 45m
21:55 → 12:40+1 1 stop via hub