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 47 cities in 26 countries linking different regions together.The airline operates 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 currently serves all its destinations with a combination of wide and narrow body fleet of 34 aircrafts.

The airline received 5 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners and 1 Airbus A320neo aircraft in 2018. In 2019 the airline will further receive 2 Dreamliners and 4 A320neos. The modern fleet will herald a new era for Gulf Air as it continues to enhance its product and service offerings. 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. The airline provides a great opportunity to link entrepreneurs and startups to various physical locations in the world. Whether from Europe, Middle East, India or the Far East, Gulf Air provides fantastic connectivity through its hub in Bahrain to reduce boundaries for entrepreneurs to explore the world.

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 the Official Carrier of the biennial Bahrain International Airshow since it was first held in 2010.