This story was last updated at 11.38am on Wednesday March 18 2026.
While Bahrain’s airspace remains temporarily closed, the 25-kilometre King Fahd Causeway connecting Bahrain and Saudi Arabia is operating normally in both directions.
Authorities have confirmed that the Bahrain-Saudi Arabia causeway continues operations at full capacity.
More information about the Bahrain-Saudi Arabia causeway can be found on the King Fahd Causeway website.
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On Saturday February 28, Bahrain announced the closure of its airspace. The Bahrain Airport Company and the Kingdom’s national carrier, Gulf Air, announced several flight disruptions until further notice.
To accommodate flyers, Gulf Air began limited special flights to and from Bahrain via the King Fahad International Airport in Dammam, Saudi Arabia.
Travellers are advised to check directly with their airlines for updates as several arriving and departing flights are facing delays and cancellations.
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