| Popular Airport | Bahrain Intl. Airport |
|---|---|
| Popular Airlines | |
| Approximate Flight Duration | 2 hour 10 min |
| Approximate Travel Distance | 1746 Km |
To get to the airport from the city center by public transportation, you can get on the municipal buses which depart in front of the Lion Statues (at Zafer Kuyumcusu) according to flight times.
You can also benefit from the Sınır Tourism shuttle services which depart in front of Faikbey Caddesi Vergül Tourism in order to reach the airport from Kars city center. These shuttle vehicles depart from the city center 2 hour before the flights. Sınır Tourism shuttles provide this service for the passengers in Kars as well as the passengers coming from Ardahan. The shuttle services that you can take in front of the Sınır Tourism agency on Kongre Street depart 2 and a half hours before the flight.
Kars Harakani Airport serves as a one-storey terminal building that hosts domestic flights. The airport provides transportation services not only for the passengers who travel to and from Kars and its districts, but also for the passengers who would like to go the surrounding cities such as Ağrı, Ardahan and Artvin. Kars Airport has a single terminal building that has an incoming and a departing passenger lounge. There is a VIP and a CIP lounge at the airport terminal.
The airport also has a small café where you can have a snack and two buffets where you can shop for food, drinks, and newspapers and so on. A 3-staff medical team consisting of a doctor, emergency medical technician and an ambulance driver serves at a small clinic in the terminal building. Incoming passenger terminal also has car rental office and a paid car park.
Many transportation options are available to the city center from Bahrain International Airport, including:
Buses are the most budget-friendly transportation option to the city center. Two main lines, A1 and A2, are the primary airport routes, running approximately every 30 minutes, with air-conditioned, spacious, and comfortable buses.
Minibuses are less common alternatives to buses, as these are privately operated vehicles, and fares are typically lower than buses. However, they do not have a set schedule, availability can vary and can be crowded during peak hours. If you choose to use a minibus, it is advisable to confirm the destination with the driver before boarding.
Taxis are the fastest options available, as transportation to the city center takes around 15-20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. Make sure taxis are metered before your trip and if you seek alternatives ride-hailing services are available in Bahrain.
Many local and international car rental companies are available within Bahrain International Airport, offering an alternative option for transportation to the Manama city center. Make sure you have a valid international driving permit beforehand.
