Kochi to Manama (COK–BAH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
COK–BAH is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. IndiGo, Great Barrier Airlines and Air India Express lead the route. The flight covers 2,017 miles in approximately 5h 8m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6E IndiGo | 7 | 32N | 5h25 | – | – | – |
| GF Great Barrier Airlines | 7 | 320 | 5h | – | – | – |
| IX Air India Express Also: AI | 6 | 737 | 4h45 | – | – | AI |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Manama from Kochi
| Metric | COK→BAH | CCJ→BAH | TRV→BAH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from COK | – | 74 mi | 121 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 27 | 14 | 7 |
| Flight time | 5h 8m | 4h 35m | 4h 50m |
Travel Essentials
COK: IST · BAH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Kochi, it's 3.5:00 PM in Manama.
Indian passport holders can obtain an eVisa before travel through evisa.gov.bh. A 14-day single-entry eVisa costs BHD 9 (about $24). A 30-day multiple-entry eVisa valid for 3 months costs BHD 18 (about $48). A 90-day multiple-entry eVisa valid for 1 year costs BHD 29 (about $77). Processing takes 1 to 3 working days. Visa on arrival is available at Bahrain International Airport (BAH) at the same fees, paid by card or cash. Indian nationals holding a valid US, UK, Schengen, or Canadian visa or residence permit can also get a 14-day visa on arrival for BHD 5 ($13).
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with at least two blank pages. The eVisa application requires a passport scan, digital photo, confirmed return ticket, and hotel booking or host details. The approved visa is emailed as a PDF linked to your passport number. Print it for boarding. For longer work stays, the employer must arrange a work visa through the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA).
Direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Kochi, Hyderabad, and several other Indian cities to Bahrain run 3 to 4 hours 30 minutes. Gulf Air, IndiGo, and Air India Express cover these routes. Bahrain uses the Bahraini dinar (BHD), pegged at 0.376 BHD per $1. ATMs and currency exchanges are available at the airport arrivals hall. No mandatory vaccinations for Indian nationals. Bahrain is one of the more relaxed Gulf states for alcohol, which is available in hotels and licensed restaurants. Taxi from the airport to Manama city center costs BHD 5 to 8 (metered).
COK–BAH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from COK to BAH
Cochin International Airport (COK) and Bahrain International Airport (BAH) are connected by nonstop service from IndiGo, Great Barrier Airlines and Air India Express. With 27 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
COK to BAH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from COK to BAH is about 5 hours 8 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,017 miles (3,246 km). There are approximately 27 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 45 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Zayed, Dubai and Hamad. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Calicut (CCJ), Thiruvananthapuram (TRV) and Kannur (CNN).