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Jun 14, 2026
Book your summer travels with the ila Gulf Air Credit Card and enjoy exclusive discounts of up to 20% on Gulf Air flights

Manama, Bahrain: ila Bank, Bahrain’s leading digital mobile‑only bank powered by Bank ABC, and Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, are inviting customers to make the most of their summer travel plans with exclusive savings on Gulf Air flights, alongside a range of premium travel benefits available through the ila Gulf Air credit card.

As part of this ongoing offer, customers can benefit from up to 20% off Falcon Gold tickets and up to 15% off Economy Class tickets, giving them greater value when planning their summer journeys.

Beyond discounted fares, the ila Gulf Air credit card enhances the overall travel experience through a suite of benefits. Cardholders enjoy Falconflyer Gold membership, providing priority services such as Falcon Gold check‑in, even when travelling in Economy Class, as well as an additional 15kg checked baggage allowance and 50% bonus miles on Gulf Air flights.

The credit card provides additional flexibility for travelers, as FalconFlyer miles can be used for instant seat upgrades at airports (subject to availability), further enhancing the travel experience.

For frequent flyers, the card also offers access to a wider network of airport lounges, including complimentary entry for the cardholder and a companion to Gulf Air lounges in Bahrain, Dubai, and London when flying Gulf Air, as well as access to over 1,300 lounges worldwide through the Mastercard Travel Pass app.

New cardholders can further benefit from a one‑time welcome bonus of 6,000 Falconflyer miles upon first card activation, adding immediate value to their travel plans.

Commenting on the offer, Nada Tarada, Head of Business and Customer at ila Bank, said: “With summer travel in full swing, this offering provides our customers with more flexibility and value when planning their journeys. By combining discounted fares with an enhanced set of travel benefits, we are creating a more rewarding overall travel experience.”

Customers are encouraged to apply for the ila Gulf Air Mastercard credit card or use their existing card to take advantage of these offers and elevate their travel experience this summer.