Gulf Air

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3 star Skytrax Rating
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Seat Comfort 12345
Staff Service 12345
Value for Money 12345
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9/10

"little that I could find fault with"

(United Kingdom)

Trip Verified | Bahrain to Bangkok. The business lounge at Bahrain is spacious and comfortable with fast Wi-Fi and numerous power points. Gulf Air has also added USB charging points adjacent to many of the tables. There was an excellent food selection and champagne at a self-service bar. Boarding was quick and efficient and the cabin crew were quick to help passengers with their bags in the half-empty business section. With advice from the on-board chef we made a food selection before taking off. There was an impressive choice and it was neatly served, very tasty and care was taken to ensure that glasses, in my case containing wine, were kept full. The seat was comfortable and the cabin, although very dry, was kept as an ideal temperature for a comfortable sleep. I opted not to receive breakfast but, from what I saw, it was equally satisfying. The cabin crew went out of their way to ensure that we were looked after and there was relatively little that I could find fault with the aircraft or the level of service. There were, perhaps, slightly too many announcements which made watching a film slightly annoying. There was a reasonable selection of films and the IFE worked seamlessly although some passengers seem slightly confused about the innovative control unit. The aircraft arrived at Bangkok Airport exactly on time and although the gate could perhaps have been slightly closer it was a quick exit and bags were arriving on the carousel is the first passengers exited immigration.
AircraftA330
Type Of TravellerBusiness
Seat TypeBusiness Class
RouteBahrain to Bangkok
Date FlownNovember 2017
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
9/10

"this flight could not be faulted"

(United Kingdom)

Trip Verified | London Heathrow to Bahrain. I have not flown with Gulf Air for several years but this flight could not be faulted – especially given the price and the not-so-modern seats. Check-in was faultless and quick. Heathrow ‘fast track’ was, for once, fast although that was probably because I was the only person passing through at that time. The Falcon lounge was perfect. Good view, easy wifi connection, power points, attentive staff, good selection of food and close to the gate. Boarding was quick and efficient with business passengers given priority. Although the seats were not flat-bed I actually prefer them for day flights – made even better because the business section was only one-thirds full. Champagne was offered on boarding and the glass was refiled. There was a delay of 30 minutes before we took off but we landed in BAH on time. There was a selection of wines including Petit Chablis: not sure why Gulf Air could not afford to spend a little extra and give of Chablis proper. Cabin crew were excellent – efficient, humorous and attentive. There was a good selection of food and drink and it was served perfectly. It was tasty and well presented. Breakfast consisted of a nice chicken salad and a delicious prawn curry. Cabin announcements were kept to a minimum which is always a relief. The selection of films was limited but more than sufficient. I managed to watch two recent films. Overall, there was nothing I could find wrong about this flight and would not hesitate to fly Gulf Air again.
AircraftA330
Type Of TravellerBusiness
Seat TypeBusiness Class
RouteLondon Heathrow to Bahrain
Date FlownNovember 2017
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
1/10

"not ready to help her in keeping luggage"

(United States)

Verified Review | Frankfurt to Hyderabad via Bahrain. We booked this ticket for my mom who cannot speak English, flying from Dallas to Hyderabad via American Airlines. We requested for wheelchair assistance and we double confirmed before fly. American Airlines helped my mom well from Dallas. Once she landed in Frankfurt her hard time started. The wheel chair assistance people left her at wrong gate, none of the Gulf Air staff responded or helped by any means. She had to travel to other terminal by carrying her luggage. Almost the same situation at Bahrain Airport from Gulf staff. Another experience was air hostess were not ready to help her in keeping luggage. Now she is sick after reaching home.
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteFrankfurt to Hyderabad via Bahrain
Date FlownNovember 2017
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
no
1/10

"treat frequent flyers with distaste"

(Bahrain)

Verified Review | Bahrain to Abu Dhabi in business class. I'm at the point of thinking Gulf Air wish to treat their loyal business class frequent flyers with distaste. No fast track as the security guy wants to go on break. Made to queue for 45 minutes at main security. Again bus to the aircraft with no business class bus, stuck on the bus for 20 minutes with 30 screaming school kids and this all before you even get to the aircraft. Two weeks ago business London to Bahrain they lost my bag, called the following day to see where it was and told it had arrived but as they had lost my passport copy they can't deliver it. I had to go and pick it up. Two emails to customer care no reply. Duty manager at airport said "not his problem ". I'm done Gulf Air, no wonder your losing money hand over fist .
AircraftA320
Type Of TravellerBusiness
Seat TypeBusiness Class
RouteBahrain to Abu Dhabi
Date FlownOctober 2017
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
no
8/10

"The food was delicious"

(United Kingdom)

Verified Review | London to Bangkok via Bahrain. Checking at LHR was quick and painless. The Falcon Gold lounge at LHR is really good and worth a visit although it can be crowded when there is a full business class. Boarding was quick and gate staff ensured that business class and families with small children could board first. The cabin crew gave a warm greeting at the door and pointed us to our seat where bottled water and aminty kits were waiting. Welcome drinks were served and the onboard chef came round to take meal orders. The seat is very comfortable and much better than say BA's but it has been a few years since GF introduced their current cabin and it is starting to show it age so while everything works the cabin is screaming for a refurbishment. The crew were a delight on this trip. We hit a spot of medium turbulence and a lady were struggling to cope but the cabin crew took turns to sit with her and reassure her for the 15 minutes or so the turbulence lasted. The food was delicius, possibly some of the best in the air and it can easily compete with Turkish and Qatar. The IFE is fairly simple and along with the cabin could benefit from attention. The stop over in BAH was made comfortable by the Falcon Gold lounge which provides great food and drink and showers if needed. The second leg to BKK was as comfortable as the first with great food and a delightful cabin crew. Again everything worked but the cabin was showing its age. That should not, however, take away the fact that GF is offering a solid business class product with one of the widest business class seats I know of making it possible to sleep comfortably. Bedding composes of a thick blanket and a pillow but there is no seat cover or turn down service provided. Unfortunately they do also not provide slippers. Both flights were on time and at BKK priority cards for immigration were handed out on disembarcation and bags were quickly delivered in the arrivals halls.
AircraftA330-200
Type Of TravellerCouple Leisure
Seat TypeBusiness Class
RouteLondon to Bangkok via Bahrain
Date FlownOctober 2017
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
8/10

"ground staff at BAH were good"

(United Kingdom)

Verified Review | Bahrain to Istanbul in 2016. The ground staff at BAH were good, security control not as fast as in UAE. Aircraft was clean and food was a hot meal which was served during the first hour, allowing the rest of the flight to resting, watching films or sleeping. Arrived at IST on time.
AircraftA320-100
Type Of TravellerBusiness
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteBahrain to Istanbul
Date FlownNovember 2016
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
8/10

"Aircraft clean and polite cabin crew"

(United Kingdom)

Verified Review | Morning flight from Dubai to Bahrain. Used Merhaba services for a member of my family needing a wheelchair. Ground staff were excellent and security and passport control were speedy and efficient. Flight duration of an hour and 15 minutes with a snack. Aircraft clean and polite cabin crew. The same GF disadvantage of the seat handles not going all the way up as in same aircraft of other carriers.
AircraftA320-100
Type Of TravellerBusiness
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteDubai to Bahrain
Date FlownNovember 2016
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
8/10

"Cabin crew efficient and polite"

(United Kingdom)

Verified Review | Flown out of Bahrain to Dubai. Evening flight. Ground staff at BAH very helpful as wheelchair needed for a member of my family. Food on this flight was only a chicken sandwich as duration is about an hour and a quarter. Cabin crew efficient and polite, and inflight entertainment as good as it can for such a short period of time.
AircraftA320-100
Type Of TravellerBusiness
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteBahrain to Dubai
Date FlownNovember 2016
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
8/10

"In-flight service was pretty good"

(United Kingdom)

Verified Review | Flew Gulf Air from Istanbul to Bahrain. Check in at IST was efficient but not as speedy as in other airports probably because economy passengers are more than business and ground staff do not speak English that well. Aircraft cabin was clean as well as the lavatories. The food was ok, but cutlery was made of some sort of sturdy plastic and not stainless steel. In-flight service was pretty good - staff were extremely helpful and polite. The seats are not that comfortable in GF, as handles between seats do not go all the way up as in other airlines - this can be uncomfortable if travelling with spouse as I usually do! Entertainment on board was satisfactory - it helps though if have own headphones - GF's own are reusuable.
AircraftA320-100
Type Of TravellerBusiness
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteIstanbul to Bahrain
Date FlownNovember 2016
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
8/10

"In-flight entertainment better"

(Bahrain)

Verified Review | Bahrain to London. Very satisfactory flight, Boarding done quite quickly although there was a lot of hassle. Cabin crew attentive for so late in the evening, In-flight entertainment better than last time although could be improved. Food was good, I was satisfied and asked whether I wanted more. Slept quite well and woke up to a nice breakfast.
AircraftA330-200
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat TypeBusiness Class
RouteBahrain to London
Date FlownJune 2017
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes