Travelling from Washington DC to Cochin International Airport (COK): What you need to know
When searching for your flight from Washington DC to Cochin International Airport (COK), there's a good selection of airports you can start your trip from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are Washington DC's main terminals.
Kochi is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Washington DC. Cochin International Airport is located in Kochi, which is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Washington DC to COK.
With more travellers during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Washington DC to Cochin International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Ronald Reagan National Airport:
76.44% of flights leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Washington DC to Cochin International Airport, browse these options when departing from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
You can reach IAD from central Washington DC in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Washington DC to COK flight? Check in to a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
74.39% of flights departing Washington Dulles International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 50 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Cochin International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77.13%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Cochin International Airport (COK)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Cochin International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near COK:
Travel beyond Kochi and discover places that are off the radar with your own wheels. You can book a Cochin International Airport rental car from providers like Avis or Europcar.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Washington DC to Cochin International Airport flight.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Cochin International Airport to central Kochi is around 29 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Cochin International Airport (COK)
At the moment, Rs103,130 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Cochin International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs201,664. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Washington DC to COK if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Cheap Washington DC to Cochin International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Cochin International Airport (COK)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Cochin International Airport (COK). August is the busiest month to travel to Kochi. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in April.
Book a Washington DC to COK flight ticket departing in March if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kochi to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Cochin International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Kochi
Start your Kochi trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to Cochin International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Your Kochi trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Highlights worth exploring include Kochi Biennale Foundation, Kochi Muziris Biennale and Vembanad Lake.
Explore more of India
Kochi is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be discovered. About 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi, a trip to Tirunelveli will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), Mahadeva Swami Temple and ISKCON Tirunelveli.
Coimbatore is another must-experience destination in India and is around 113 kilometres north-east of Kochi. No trip is complete without visiting Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial.