Cheap flights to Cochin

Flight times that you can expect for flights to Cochin, India will vary somewhat depending on where you plan on departing from within New Zealand. For example, the flight from Auckland International (AKL) to Kochi (COK), Cochin, will take about 25h 25min, whereas if you are departing from Christchurch (CHC), you should expect a travel time of about 28h 40min. Flights from Wellington (WLG) are going to take around 41h 10min.

Some travellers may be disappointed to find out that there are no direct flights to Cochin from any cities in New Zealand, but the good news is that there are still plenty of Cochin flight deals that you can find to make this trip. One example of this is the three-stop flight you can make from Wellington that has layovers at Auckland International, Brisbane (BNE), and Doha Hamad International (DOH). There is also a two-stop flight that departs from Auckland International and has layovers at Singapore Changi (SIN) and Chennai (MAA). Finally, one other option is the two-stop flight that departs from Christchurch with layovers at the same cities as the flight from Auckland.

There are a couple of very nice options to get you from the airport into the centre of the city rather quickly and easily. One choice is to board a bus from the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation that will make this trip in about 1h 30min for a cost of about 111 INR (2 NZD). If you prefer to take a taxi, you can make the journey in about 35min and plan to pay a fare of about 1000 INR (20 NZD). One final option is to take a town car that can get you downtown in about 35min for a cost of about 2600 INR (50 NZD).

A beautiful outdoor spot that is popular with visitors is Cherai Beach, which offers a long beach, ample swimming opportunities, plus the chance to spot dolphins in the water. Paradesi Synagogue is the oldest synagogue in India and offers a number of ornate antiques to marvel at and explore. Fort Kochi Beach is a beach that sits along the Arabian Sea and is known for its ample fishing opportunities. You will reach Willingdon Island via boat, and discover the impressive Maritime Heritage Museum.

If you are a citizen of New Zealand that wishes to visit India, you will need a valid passport and that passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your stay in India. To visit India, you will also need a visa. You can obtain an electronic visa in just a few days from India’s government website. The cost for the visa is about 11217 INR (219 NZD).

COK stands for Kochi Airport. Codes like this one are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

If you book a flight to Cochin, you will be flying into Kochi, which is the city’s only airport. Kochi (COK) is located 27.9 km from the centre of Cochin.

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Cochin on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SriLankan Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Cochin.

Kochi Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Cochin. One-way flights to Kochi Airport typically cost $46, while return flights cost around $311.

For those looking to save time traveling to Cochin, Christchurch offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 40 minutes).

Yes. Those touching down at Kochi Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Yes. Kochi Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 5 Days 4 Nights Holiday Package Kerala is the closest property to Kochi Airport (0.0 km away from Kochi Airport).