Flying from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
Kochi is three hours 30 minutes behind Osaka and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your KIX to COK flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kansai International Airport to Cochin International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between KIX and COK:
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
Currently, Rs55,002 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kansai International Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs117,787. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from KIX to COK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Kansai International Airport to Cochin International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from KIX to COK.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kansai International Airport to Cochin International Airport.
Handy information about Kansai International Airport (KIX)
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
When it comes to Kansai International Airport's on-time performance, 67.95% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Kansai International Airport from central Osaka, it takes around 45 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near KIX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kansai International Airport to Cochin International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
Consider staying in a hotel close to COK if you're on a late Kansai International Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab the keys to a Cochin International Airport rental car from top providers like Avis or Europcar. With your own set of wheels, you can venture farther out of Kochi and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
Booking your vehicle from Cochin International Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
From Cochin International Airport, Kochi is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
August is the most popular month for flights from Kansai International Airport to Cochin International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Kochi in April.
When reserving your flight from Kansai International Airport to Cochin International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Kochi, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from KIX to COK around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've done Kochi, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Journey about 370 kilometres north-east to Bengaluru to check off its top attractions. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 209 kilometres 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.