In light of the anticipated surge in passenger traffic during the upcoming Eid holiday period, Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the managing body of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), is opening a new overflow Car Park on the Galali Road.

The new extension, which is an addition to the existing long-term Car Parks “B”, “D”, “E” and “F”, will increase BIA’s existing parking capacity by 1,300 spaces and accommodate the expected surge in passenger movement during the holiday period.

The new car park is located north of the runway and will be within the BIA premises, featuring a complimentary shuttle service to the terminal building every 30 minutes. Navigational directions will be available with the parking attendants who will be informing passengers once the new car park is signalled to be opened.

Furthermore, BAC is advising all passengers travelling during Eid-Al-Adha to arrive at the airport four hours prior to their departure time to avoid any potential delays.

Passengers can use the new airport express bus service, which is part of Bahrain’s new public transportation network. The service operates from the main terminals in Manama, Isa Town, and Muharraq and buses are fully equipped with high specifications to provide convenience for travellers.

For a seamless travel experience, passengers can also utilise the early check-in facilities provided by airlines.

Peak hours at BIA are between 7 am to 11 am, 3.30 pm to 8.00 pm and 11.30 pm to 2.30 am, it said. – TradeArabia News Service