Flying from Melbourne to Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ): What you need to know
The timezone in Kochi is UTC+9, which is two hours behind Melbourne. Kochi Ryoma Airport is located in Kochi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Melbourne to KCZ.
Travelling during a popular month like December? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new city or just have a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from Melbourne to KCZ, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is an option when you're setting off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Located around 24 kms (15 miles) from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Kochi Ryoma Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
68% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from central Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kms (35 miles) or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to KCZ flight, lay your head at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down right on cue.
About Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Kochi Ryoma Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near KCZ:
Explore without limits with a Kochi Ryoma Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and discover more of Kochi and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Kochi Ryoma Airport flight.
Getting from Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ) to central Kochi
From Kochi Ryoma Airport, central Kochi is around 11 kms (7 miles) away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Kochi Ryoma Airport is £650. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £645. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to KCZ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Kochi Ryoma Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Melbourne to KCZ is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a price drop.
Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Melbourne to Kochi Ryoma Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ)
April is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ). Visit Kochi in March if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Melbourne to KCZ plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Kochi, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Kochi Ryoma Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 12ºC.
More about Kochi
Start your Kochi trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Kochi Ryoma Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Katsurahama Park and Yamanba Waterfall are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Kochi must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Godaisan Park.
Explore more of Japan
Kochi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Japan you'll want to see. About 209 kms (130 miles) northeast of Kochi, a visit to Osaka will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Kumamoto is another standout destination in Japan and is around 290 kms (180 miles) west of Kochi. No trip is complete without visiting Kumamoto Castle, Sakura Park and Sakura Park.
