Flying from Toronto to Cochin International Airport (COK): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Toronto to Cochin International Airport (COK) begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your journey from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main terminals in Toronto.
Kochi is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Toronto. Cochin International Airport is located in Kochi, which follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Your flight from Toronto to COK won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is about 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Toronto to Cochin International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
63.97% of flights taking off from Pearson International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
On public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in around 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Toronto to COK flight? Check in to a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
62.09% of flights leaving Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
The trip to YKF from central Toronto is around 4 hours 5 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 105 kilometres or so.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Toronto to Cochin International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of YKF is 63.64%. In other words, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Cochin International Airport (COK)
Consider staying in a hotel close to COK if you have a late flight from Toronto to Cochin International Airport. Pick one of these options and call it a night faster:
Venture beyond Kochi and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own wheels. You can book a Cochin International Airport rental car from providers like Avis or Europcar.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Toronto to Cochin International Airport flight.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Cochin International Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Kochi. The time it takes to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Cochin International Airport (COK)
Currently, Rs139,414 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Cochin International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs263,576. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Toronto to COK. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Toronto to Cochin International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Cochin International Airport (COK)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Kochi. August is when most people book flights from Toronto to Cochin International Airport (COK), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Lock in a Toronto to COK flight ticket departing in March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kochi to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Toronto to Cochin International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC and 32ºC.
More about Kochi
Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Cochin International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kochi:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Kochi Biennale Foundation, Kochi Muziris Biennale and Vembanad Lake are popular attractions which should be on every Kochi itinerary.
Explore more of India
Tirunelveli is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kochi. Around 209 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include 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 journey is complete without dropping by Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial.
