Gulf Air Celebrates the Launch of Inaugural Flight to KualaLumpur
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, celebrated the launch of its inaugural flight to Kuala Lumpur, marking the commencement of a new direct air link between Bahrain and Malaysia and further expanding the airline’s international network.
The new service reinforces Gulf Air’s commitment to connecting Bahrain with key global markets while supporting tourism, trade, and cultural exchange between the two nations. This marks Gulf Air’s continued growth across Asia, offering passengers direct access to one of Southeast Asia’s most vibrant economic and tourism hubs.
To commemorate the occasion, Gulf Air Group Chairman Mr. Khalid Taqi received H.E. Dato’ Shazryll Zahiran, Ambassador of Malaysia to the Kingdom of Bahrain, and senior industry leaders at Bahrain International Airport prior to the departure of the inaugural flight.
Upon arrival at Kuala Lumpur International Airport, the inaugural flight was celebrated with a welcoming reception attended by Datuk Haji Hasbi bin Haji Habibollah, Deputy Minister of Transport in Malaysia; H.E. Dr. Waleed Khalifa Al Manea, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain to Malaysia; a senior delegation from Gulf Air; airport officials; invited guests; and Bahraini and Malaysian media representatives.
The inauguration of the service comes ahead of the FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX 2026 IN MALAYSIA at Sepang International Circuit, further supporting Gulf Air’s role as title sponsor of the race in connecting fans, visitors, and travellers to one of the most anticipated international sporting events of the year.
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