Bahrain's Gulf Air rolls out Colombo flights schedule

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04 December 2016

Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain – Following its recent announcement of the addition of the Sri Lankan capital city, Colombo, to its network of destinations Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has now rolled out its flight timetable for its 5 weekly flights to/from Bandaranaike International Airport which will launch from 19^th January 2017.

Commenting on the airline’s schedule to/from Colombo Mr. Yahya Ali Buali, Gulf Air Director of Sales and Marketing said: “Gulf Air’s five weekly service between Colombo and Bahrain affords convenient flight timings for travelers with morning and evening flights departing Colombo alongside afternoon and evening flights departing Bahrain. Our tailored flight schedule satisfies the needs of the varied passenger base we are catering to on this route – both those travelling for business and leisure – and we anticipate their positive feedback.”

Boasting one of the Middle East’s largest networks, Gulf Air is well-positioned to connect the Sri Lankan capital to several key destinations in the Middle East and Europe with excellent connectivity via its efficient Bahrain International Airport hub.

The new flight schedule is as follows:

Gulf Air flights can be booked online at gulfair.com, the airline’s one-stop-shop website, where customers can also find a suite of additional online services offering hotel bookings, car rental, travel insurance and the Gulf Air Tours service that gives passengers access to a variety of travel add-ons such as sightseeing tours, museum passes, tours, excursions, local activities and airport transfers at their final destination. Fare / booking queries can also be directed to the airline’s 24 hour Worldwide Contact Centre on (+973) 17373737, or any Gulf Air sales offices and approved travel agencies.

About Gulf Air

Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, commenced operations in 1950, becoming one of the first commercial airlines established in the Middle East. Today, Gulf Air is a major international carrier serving 40 cities in 23 countries spanning three continents. The airline operates one of the largest networks in the Middle East, with double daily flights or more to 10 regional cities, in addition to select destinations in the Indian Subcontinent and Europe, from its hub at Bahrain International Airport. Gulf Air serves all its destinations with a combination wide and narrow body fleet totalling 28 modern aircraft. Renowned for its traditional Arabian hospitality, evidenced by the airline’s signature family and business friendly products, Gulf Air is committed to being an industry leader and developing products and services that reflect the evolving needs and aspirations of its passengers.

Gulf Air connects Bahrain to the world and, as such, is a key national infrastructure asset, serving as a powerful driver for the economy and supporting the Kingdom’s on-going economic growth.

Gulf Air has been the Title Sponsor of the FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX ever since it made history as the first Formula 1 Grand Prix to be held in the Middle East in 2004. In addition, the airline has been Official Carrier of the biennial Bahrain International Airshow since it was first held in 2010.

For media enquiries, please contact:

Azza Mubarak Matar

Senior Manager Communications

Gulf Air Tel: +973 17338765 / +973 39652012

Email: Azza.Matar@gulfair.com