Travelling from Colombo to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport (COK) jetting off from here.
Approximately 1 hour 14 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport.
Cochin International Airport is located in Kochi. The city's timezone is UTC+5:30 — the same as Colombo.
The most popular route is from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Cochin International Airport (COK), with 17 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CMB to COK is the 08:05 SriLankan Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 19:50 with SriLankan Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Colombo to COK, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
You can book a direct flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport (COK) out of Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
You can get away on a direct flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport with SriLankan Airlines. This popular airline offers services from CMB.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Colombo to COK. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Trivandrum International Airport (TRV)
Chennai Airport (MAA)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
The distance from central Colombo to CMB is about 32 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Bandaranaike International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
About Cochin International Airport (COK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near COK instead:
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Cochin International Airport to central Kochi is about 1 hour and 2 minutes in a car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It typically takes 1 hour and 51 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Cochin International Airport (COK)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Colombo to Cochin International Airport from Rs34,271 or travel return from just Rs50,836. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To find cheap tickets from Colombo to COK, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Colombo to Cochin International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's an incredible deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time looking for a cheap ticket from Colombo to COK every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Colombo to Cochin International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Colombo to Cochin International Airport (COK)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Kochi. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Colombo to Cochin International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Kochi. The warmest month is March. Book your flights from Colombo to COK sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 34ºC.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Colombo to Cochin International Airport.
More about Kochi
After locking in your flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kochi:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Jawahar Park, Fort Kochi, Fort Kochi Beach and Mattancherry Palace are must-do's during your Kochi adventure.
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