Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, is expanding its onboard connectivity programme with five additional Airbus A320neo family aircraft equipped with Starlink, the satellite internet service operated by SpaceX.
Gulf Air delivered a strong operational performance in August 2026, ranking among the world’s most punctual airlines. Cirium placed the Bahrain carrier first in the Middle East for on-time arrivals, while OAG ranked it fourth globally.
Gulf Air has opened bookings for its new direct Bahrain–Kuala Lumpur service, launching on September 29, 2026, with additional flights scheduled ahead of the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 in Malaysia to meet expected travel demand.
Gulf Air, Bahrain’s national carrier, has introduced a new Falcon Gold Business Class amenity kit in collaboration with French skincare Brand Payot, enhancing its premium onboard offering.
Bahrain's national carrier Gulf Air has announced that it will offer tailored travel packages combining flights, accommodation, airport transfers and race experiences for passengers travelling to capital Kuala Lumpur for the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 in Malaysia.
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, said it plans to launch direct flights to Kuala Lumpur after Formula One and the FIA confirmed that the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix will be held at Malaysia's Sepang International Circuit from October 2 to 4.
Gulf Air, Bahrain’s national carrier, has signed a letter of intent with JetZero for Z4 aircraft, securing preferential delivery positions in the early 2030s to support its expanding network across Europe and Asia.
Bahrain's national carrier Gulf Air has announced the launch of its seasonal flights to El Alamein, Egypt, further strengthening air connectivity between the kingdom and Egypt. El Alamein is one of Gulf Air’s summer tourist hubs along with top European hotspots Geneva, Malaga, and Nice.
The Royal Bahrain Concours has announced that Gulf Air, Bahrain’s national carrier, will renew and expand its partnership for the event’s 2026 edition, reinforcing its support for Bahrain’s growing profile as a destination for luxury, cultural and automotive experiences.
Bahrain's national carrier Gulf Air has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo aircraft, thus expanding its fleet to 46 aircraft as part of its fleet renewal and growth strategy. The aircraft incorporates advanced technologies designed to optimise performance and improve fuel efficiency.
