Gulf Air was founded in 1950. Today, it is owned by the Kingdom of Bahrain and is the only truly pan Gulf carrier in the region. The airline's network stretches from Europe to Asia and more than 40 cities. The airline aims to further evolve by taking its renowned cultural strengths, which have been gained over more than half a century, into a global environment. The airline operates the biggest network in the Middle East.

The Gulf Air Falconflyer programme rewards its members with free tickets, upgrades and a host of other privileges.

Use your Membership Rewards points to fly further, faster with the Gulf Air Falconflyer programme. When you fly on Gulf Air with tickets purchased using an enrolled American Express Card, you will earn both Membership Rewards points and Falconflyer miles at the same time.

At a later stage you can transfer the Membership Rewards points to your Falconflyer account. Remember, 2 Membership Rewards points earn 1 Frequent flyer mile. The points will be transferred within 7 days from the receipt date of your request. You will be able to use these miles once you receive the redemption units in the quarterly statement of your Gulf Air Falconflyer account.