Travelling from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Bahrain International Airport to Cochin International Airport.
The timezone in Kochi is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Manama.
You can choose from 35 weekly Bahrain International Airport to Cochin International Airport flights. The 10:45 departure with Air India Express is the earliest available. IndiGo operates the last service of the day at 23:45.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your BAH to COK flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
With direct flights from Bahrain International Airport to Cochin International Airport available through various airlines, getting to Kochi (and then other corners of India) is a snap. You can fly nonstop with:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with IndiGo on this route.
Gulf Air is the most punctual carrier that operates BAH to COK flights. A reliable 88.57% of its services on this route arrive on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Cochin International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between BAH and COK:
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bahrain International Airport to Cochin International Airport flight is £81. A return ticket right now is £134. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book five months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BAH to COK.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bahrain International Airport to Cochin International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BAH to COK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bahrain International Airport to Cochin International Airport.
Handy information about Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Bahrain International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 85.53% of flights that take off from BAH land on time.
Central Manama to Bahrain International Airport is approximately 5 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Cochin International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near BAH:
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bahrain International Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near COK instead:
Set yourself up with a Cochin International Airport rental car from top companies like Avis or Europcar. With your own set of wheels, you can travel beyond Kochi and discover places most visitors miss.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Cochin International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
From Cochin International Airport, Kochi is approximately 25 miles away. It takes around 1 hour to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
August is the most popular month for flights from Bahrain International Airport to Cochin International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Kochi in April.
The warmest month in Kochi is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Bahrain International Airport to Cochin International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BAH to COK in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've done Kochi, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Travel about 230 miles north-east to Bengaluru to check off its popular sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 130 miles south-east of Kochi, Tirunelveli is another essential stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.