📈 Gulf Air Boosts Colombo Frequency to 10 Weekly Flights

Gulf Air, Bahrain's national carrier, has increased its flight frequency between Bahrain and Colombo from daily operations to 10 flights per week, effective 19 February 2026. • Service Expansion: The airline now operates double-daily flights on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays to accommodate peak demand during the Ramadan and Eid festive seasons. • Strategic Connectivity: The move enhances links between Sri Lanka and global hubs including London, Paris, Frankfurt, Dubai, and Jeddah via Bahrain. • Economic Impact: - Supports the tourism and travel sectors during a high-demand period for expatriate and religious travel. - Boosts logistics and exports via Falcon Cargo, providing increased air freight capacity for Sri Lankan businesses requiring timely deliveries to Middle Eastern and European markets. • Service Offerings: The expansion includes both Falcon Gold (Business Class) and Economy services, focusing on high-density traffic during the traditional surge in Gulf-region travel.