Travelling from Colombo to Cochin International Airport (COK): What you need to know
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport (COK) departing from here.
Book a direct Colombo to Cochin International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Colombo and Kochi (where Cochin International Airport is located) share the UTC+5:30 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you land.
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Cochin International Airport (COK) is the most popular route, with 7 direct services each week. You can get from CMB to COK on SriLankan Airlines's 8:05am departure.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Colombo to COK.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as February and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
You can jump on a direct flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport (COK) leaving from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
When leaving from CMB, you can take a direct flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport with SriLankan Airlines.
Most passengers choose to fly with SriLankan Airlines between CMB and COK.
With 78.69% of services landing as planned, SriLankan Airlines is the top on-time carrier on this route.
CMB is around 32 kms (20 miles) from central Colombo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 40 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.
Have an early flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport:
74% of flights leaving from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
About Cochin International Airport (COK)
Book a hotel close to COK if you're catching a late flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport. Settle into one of these options and end the night sooner:
Pick up the keys to a Cochin International Airport rental car from top outlets like Avis or Europcar. With your own set of wheels, you can travel beyond Kochi and discover places most visitors miss.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Colombo to Cochin International Airport flight.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Central Kochi is around 31 kms (19 miles) from Cochin International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Cochin International Airport (COK)
At the moment, £100 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Cochin International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £175. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from Colombo to COK by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Colombo to Cochin International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Cochin International Airport (COK)
January is when most people book flights from Colombo to Cochin International Airport (COK). Visit Kochi in September for a quieter experience.
Book a Colombo to COK plane ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kochi to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Colombo to Cochin International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Kochi
After booking your flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kochi:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Kochi Biennale Foundation, Kochi Muziris Biennale and Vembanad Lake are major attractions which should be on any good Kochi itinerary.
Explore more of India
Tirunelveli is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen Kochi. Around 209 kms (130 miles) away to the southeast, its top attractions include Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), Mahadeva Swami Temple and ISKCON Tirunelveli.
Around 113 kms (70 miles) northeast of Kochi, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial.