Gulf Air Returns to North America with Nonstop JFK Route
After more than 20 years, Gulf Air returns to the U.S. market with non-stop flights between Bahrain and JFK three times per week.
After more than two decades of absence, Gulf Air resumes operations in North America with the launch of its non-stop flights between Bahrain (BAH) and New York (JFK), operating three times per week. This marks the only direct connection between the two cities.
For years, the airline studied its return to the North American market, which it had previously accessed through codeshare partners. Recently, Gulf Air established a partnership with Air Canada. The airline now faces fierce competition from Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways, all offering multiple daily flights between the Gulf region and New York.
The service will begin on October 1, 2025. Flight GF 91 will depart from Bahrain (BAH) on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays at 04:00 AM, arriving at Terminal 1 of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) at 10:55 AM. On the same days, the return flight GF 90 will depart New York at 03:00 PM and land in Bahrain at 10:35 AM the following day.
The flights will be operated with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft configured with 282 seats across two classes: 26 in Business Class (with a 2-2-2 layout and direct aisle access) and 256 in Economy. Gulf Air has recently outfitted some of its Dreamliners with crew rest areas, tailored for long-haul operations. The airline also plans to move its operations to the new Terminal One at JFK in 2026.
This new route is now available for booking, and tickets can be purchased through Gulf Air’s regular sales channels.
Gulf Air Group Chief Executive Officer Jeffrey Goh stated: “We are pleased to announce the launch of our direct flights to New York’s JFK Airport and our return to the North American market. This service aligns with Gulf Air’s calibrated expansion strategy and focus on strategic markets, offering passengers greater choice and comfort when traveling between Bahrain and North America and beyond via Bahrain International Airport, thus supporting the Kingdom’s connectivity strategy.”
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