Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cochin International Airport is 9 hours 55 minutes.
Kochi's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Kochi five hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
Flights from LGW to COK start at 20:00 — the earliest with Air India. The last service of the day is at 20:30 with Air India. Overall, you can choose from four weekly London Gatwick Airport to Cochin International Airport flights.
Your LGW to COK flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Air India offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cochin International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Kochi — and maybe even more of India if time allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Air India.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for LGW to COK flights is Air India.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Cochin International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between LGW and COK include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
Currently, Rs40,325 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs112,566. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from LGW to COK by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cochin International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Gatwick Airport, data shows 69.26% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near LGW. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cochin International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Gatwick Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near COK instead:
Pick up a Cochin International Airport rental car from top providers like Avis or Europcar. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond Kochi and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Cochin International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
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.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cochin International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kochi. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Kochi is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cochin International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to COK in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of India
Kochi has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be discovered. About 370 kilometres north-east of Kochi, a visit to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in India, head for Tirunelveli, roughly 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi. Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family are among the biggest draws.