Popular Airport | Ufa Intl. Airport |
|---|---|
Popular Airlines | |
Approximate Flight Duration | 4 hour |
Approximate Travel Distance | 3222 Km |
Transportation to Airport from Manama City Center
Bahrain Intl. Airport
The main means of transport used in the city are buses and taxis. The buses are very economical and practical. It is possible to reach the airport with one or two bus transfers from the city center or from a further distance. Because of the two most important terminals (Muharraq and Manama terminals) there are buses departing directly to Bahrain Airport every 20 minutes. Apart from that, taxis, car rental services and minibuses are among the other transportation options.
Bus
Buses at the top of the main transportation vehicles in the city are public transportation vehicles which are very convenient for the budget and transportation. With Bahrain buses that are air-conditioned, spacious and comfortable, you can go directly or indirectly to everywhere you wish. Bus ticket prices usually start at 0.20 Bahrain Dinar. Manama bus station is located on Government Avenue.
The prices of Bahrain buses vary between 0.15-0.40 dinars on average. But most of the buses usually get 0.20 dinars for a single fare. The city has 23 different routes for buses with a total of 15 different lines. Buses that go directly to the airport depart from the stop that is about 200 meters west of Regency Intercontinental. For further information, you can call the Bahrain bus company (+973 17 534534).
Minibus
The use of minibuses in Bahrain is at least as popular as the buses. It is much more economical to get to the airport with the minibuses you can encounter in almost every corner of the city. Because the average ticket prices for these minibuses that are not connected to any business vary between 0.15-0.20 dinars. Sometimes even bargaining with drivers can be done. Minibuses with less capacity than buses can be crowded during heavy traffic hours.
Taxi
The fact that oil is cheap in the country does not, unfortunately, provide a discount on taxi fares. On the contrary, the fares are extremely expensive compared to many other cities and countries. So it's your benefit that you do not use the taxi unless you have to. In particular, Bahrain's locals prefer to use their own and not to spend unnecessary money on the taxis. The main taxi companies you can call from any point in the city are Speedy Motors (+973 17682999), Bahrain Limo (+973 17266266) and Arabian Taxi (+973 17461746). Taxis in the city are opening taximeters at a cheaper rate compared to airport taxis: 1 dinar.
Car Rental
The roads throughout Bahrain are asphalt and well maintained. At the same time, oil is so cheap that it offers a great advantage in terms of car rental companies. Because tourists who visit the country prefer not to waste their time on underdeveloped public transport, and prefer to widen their choices, they rent a car. Because of this, there are many offices of international and local car rental companies both in the city and at the airport.
Airport Information
Bahrain International Airport, located 6 kilometers north-east of Bahrain's capital Manama, is only 15 minutes away from Manama city center. Bahrain Airport, which serves approximately 8 million passengers a year, serves flights mainly to the Middle East, Europe and India. Bahrain Airport, which is open to both domestic and international flights, served an average of 8.5 million passengers in 2015.
The airport is open 24/7. Bahrain International Airport hosts 2 communication shops, cafes and restaurants (Starbucks, Chilies, Costa Coffee, Dairy Queen, Papa John's, Jasmi's Caribou, Romanos Macaroni Grill, Habara, Irish Pub Int, Habara Skybar, Mcdonalds, Gloria Jeans Coffees), 9 travel agencies, 2 banks, 2 currency exchange offices, duty free store, souvenir shops, bookshop called Al Hilal, smoking area, and offers free internet access.
At the same time there are 18 different car rental companies, car parking areas and Caravan Group of Hotels, which is the airport hotel.
Transportation to Ufa City Center from Airport
Ufa Intl. Airport
Ufa Airport is among the busiest airports in Russia. It is located 22 kilometers away from the city centre and is connected to the city via a highway. The airport, where there are many restaurants you can dine in, stores you can shop at and a hotel, has also free internet connection. Those who wish to have some quality time in the airport may also use the private passenger lounges.
Moreover, your children can play around in the kid’s playground while you are waiting for your flight and you can make money transfer or other banking transactions at the bank offices or on the ATMs. Taxis will be the first option you will encounter for traveling to the city centre from the airport.
Taxis waiting just outside of the terminal are quite cosy and comfortable. They provide convenient and fast transportation to the city centre and fares are very reasonable when compared to the many other cities.
Those who wish to travel by some other vehicle more affordable than taxis may take buses departing to many locations in the city centre from the airport or rent a car. There are also limousines at the service of passengers looking for a much more comfortable and luxurious option.
If you are going stay at a big hotel in the city you may also use hotel shuttles for transportation between the airport and city centre. However, do not forget that you need to contact your hotel or make an online reservation in advance to use these shuttles. Russian Ruble is the generally accepted currency in the city. If you don’t have any ruble on you, you can go to the exchange office in the airport or offer paying with American Dollar or such.
Bus
In Ufa, buses come in the first place among the vehicles you can use for transportation between the airport and the city. Although buses are not comfortable as the other alternatives such as taxis and rental cars, they provide both fast and affordable transportation from the airport to the city centre.
You can use the bus lines 110, 110C and 101 to travel to the city centre from Ufa Airport. Bus 110 runs between the airport and Autocentre/Central Market. Bus 110C departs to Zeleneya Roscha. You can travel between the airport and the train station in Ufa city centre by taking the bus 101.
Although buses are in service during the majority of the day, if your landing time is at a very late hour, you may consider taking other alternatives such as taxis or rental cars.
Private Vehicle
If you have one, you can also use your private vehicle for transportation to Ufa city centre from the airport. Ufa Airport’s large car park provide great convenience for those who have a private vehicle. Moreover, using the car park for less than 15 minutes is free of charge.
Those who will stay longer may use the car park for 100 rubles per hour or 150 rubles per day.If you wish to leave your car at the airport car park for more than 48 hours, you will need to pay 3000 rubles.
Taxi
Taxi is one of the most preffered vehicles for transportation between the airport and city centre in Ufa. Taxis in Ufa are quite cosy and comfortable. You can take one of the taxis waiting outside Terminal 1, which are available 24 hours a day, after arriving at the airport and start your journey towards the city centre.
Taxis usually have taximeters in them, which does not leave too much room for bargaining. However, you can still form an opinion about the fare you will pay by notifying the driver of your destination before boarding the taxi.
Taxis are frequently used both by tourists and locals alike in the city. If you arrive in the city in a not so late hour and taxi fares are more expensive than you expected, you can also take the buses at the airport to go to the city centre and then take a taxi to your destination. If you wish to make a reservation in advance you can call 8-800-347-2222 or 8-917-734-1578. The one big upside of taking a taxi in Ufa is that they are fast and time-saving. If you have an important meeting or an organization you need to catch, you can be in the city centre in a short time by taking one of the taxis at the terminal gate.
Hotel Shuttles
You can also use hotel shuttles for transportation between Ufa Airport and the city centre. The city hosts some of the most famous hotels of the world, and most of these big and multi-room hotels provide shuttle service. You can find out if your hotel provides shuttle service from the airport by contacting them before coming to the city. Hotel shuttles are especially a good choice for those traveling with too many gears. Do not forget to check the hotel’s term of use and, if applicable, any fees before making a reservation for the shuttles. If you book hotel shuttles for both arrival and departure, you can make benefit of discounts and travel at more affordable prices.
Limousine
There are also companies providing limousine services for those who wish to travel in the city in a much more sophisticated and privileged environment. You can travel to the city centre when you arrive at the city in the luxurious and comfortable vehicle prepared for you by making an online reservation before coming to Ufa. Limousines, driven by chauffeurs, are one of the best options to get to the city after a tiring journey. In the same time, do not forget that limousine fares are not low in Ufa, just like in the other cities of the world. You can sort out the most affordable options by doing some research before making a reservation.
Rent a Car
You can also rent a car to get to Ufa city centre from the airport. You can independently travel in the city by renting a car from the companies at the airport such as Hertz, AVIS, Auto Europe and Honk.
You will need to drive for 22 kilometers to get to Ufa city centre from the airport. Then, you can explore both the city and its vicinity in your own car. Traffic in the city is usually orderly and safe, which makes it unlikely to experience any problem while driving.
