Special Flight Operations
Due to ongoing disruptions and the temporary closure of Bahrain's airspace, Gulf Air is facilitating essential travel by operating a series of special
flights. These services will depart daily from King Fahad International Airport in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, commencing on March 11, 2026. The aim is to provide a vital link for passengers needing to reach home or critical destinations amidst the unusual circumstances. The airline has established a clear procedure for interested travelers: registration via a dedicated form is the crucial first step, followed by direct contact from a sales agent to finalize booking details. Importantly, passengers are strongly advised against heading to the airport until their booking has been officially confirmed to avoid any inconvenience.
Dammam to London Route
For those needing to travel to the United Kingdom, Gulf Air has designated specific flight operations. Flight GF2003 will depart from Dammam, bound for London Heathrow, with a scheduled departure time of 10:20. The return journey, flight GF2006, is set to depart from London Heathrow at 22:30, making its way back to Dammam. Travelers interested in booking economy class seats can anticipate fares starting at BHD 345, while those opting for the premium Falcon Gold (business class) experience will find tickets priced at BHD 1,245. For passengers originating their booking from the UK, the economic fare begins at GBP 587, with Falcon Gold options available for GBP 2,022.
Dammam to Mumbai Route
Gulf Air is also providing a crucial connection for travelers heading to India. The service from Dammam to Mumbai will operate as flight GF2056, scheduled to depart Dammam at 09:30. The return flight, GF2057, will depart from Mumbai at 17:40, heading back towards Dammam. Passengers seeking economy class tickets on this route can expect fares starting from BHD 245. For travelers preferring the enhanced comfort of Falcon Gold, the business class fare is set at BHD 515. Those booking their tickets from Mumbai will find economy fares beginning at INR 61,315, with Falcon Gold tickets priced at INR 111,038.
Dammam to Bangkok Route
A direct link to Southeast Asia is also being maintained, with Gulf Air operating special flights to Bangkok, Thailand. Flight GF2152 will take off from Dammam at 09:30, heading for Bangkok. The return service, flight GF2153, is scheduled to depart from Bangkok at an early hour of 05:00, returning to Dammam. The pricing for economy class on this Dammam-Bangkok route starts at BHD 295, while the Falcon Gold business class option is available for BHD 1,045. For passengers initiating their travel from Bangkok, economy fares are set at THB 22,865, and Falcon Gold tickets can be purchased for THB 66,095.
Registration and Confirmation
Access to these special flights is strictly managed through a pre-registration system. Only passengers who meet specific eligibility criteria and have successfully completed the registration process will be considered for booking. Upon successful registration, passengers will be contacted directly by a Gulf Air sales agent to finalize all booking arrangements. It is imperative for travelers not to proceed to the airport without explicit confirmation of their booking. Due to limited availability, these flights are prioritized for those with urgent travel needs. Gulf Air emphasizes its commitment to assisting passengers during this period and facilitating their return home.
