Flying from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport (ELQ) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
Kochi's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Kochi two hours 30 minutes ahead of Gassim.
To ensure you get on your ELQ to COK flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Cochin International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between ELQ and COK:
Sharjah International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport (ELQ) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Cochin International Airport flight is Rs34,731. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs82,482. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ELQ to COK if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Cochin International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from ELQ to COK.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Cochin International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport (ELQ)
Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 91.0% of flights that depart ELQ land on time.
Central Gassim to Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
If you're arriving on a late Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Cochin International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near COK:
Pick up the keys to a Cochin International Airport rental car from providers like Avis or Europcar. With your own set of wheels, you can venture beyond Kochi and discover places most visitors miss.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Cochin International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Cochin International Airport to central Kochi has a drive time of about 1 hour. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Cochin International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kochi. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Kochi is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport to Cochin International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ELQ to COK in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've done Kochi, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey about 370 kilometres north-east to Bengaluru to tick off its leading attractions. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi, Tirunelveli is another essential stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.