Flying from Portland Airport (PDX) to Kochi Airport (COK): what you need to know
Kochi's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Kochi 13 hours 30 minutes ahead of Portland.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your PDX to COK flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland Airport (PDX) to Kochi Airport (COK)
Right now, Rs182,828 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Portland Airport to Kochi Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs410,436. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PDX to COK if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Portland Airport to Kochi Airport.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Portland Airport to Kochi Airport.
Handy information about Portland Airport (PDX)
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
83% of flights departing from Portland Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of PDX.
To get to Portland Airport from central Portland, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near PDX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Portland Airport to Kochi Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Kochi Airport (COK)
Reserve a hotel near COK if you have a late Portland Airport to Kochi Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up the keys to a Kochi Airport rental car from leading providers like Avis or Europcar. With your own wheels, you can venture farther out of Kochi and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
Reserving your vehicle from Kochi Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Kochi Airport (COK) to central Kochi
From Kochi Airport, Kochi is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Kochi Airport (COK)
November is the most popular month for flights from Portland Airport to Kochi Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Kochi in March.
When booking your flight from Portland Airport to Kochi Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Kochi, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap tickets from PDX 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 explore other corners of India. Journey about 370 kilometres north-east to Bengaluru to tick off its leading attractions. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Tirunelveli is another well-known destination in India and is around 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi. No journey is complete without visiting Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), ISKCON Tirunelveli and Sri Kailasanather & Sri Soundaravalli Ambal Temple.
