Flying from Salem Airport (SXV) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Salem Airport to Cochin International Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Kochi's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Salem.
Every week, there are 19 Salem Airport to Cochin International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as early as possible, select the 13:45 Alliance Air flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 13:45 with Alliance Air.
To ensure you get on your SXV to COK flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Alliance Air has direct flights from Salem Airport to Cochin International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Kochi — and maybe even more of India if time allows.
Alliance Air is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Salem Airport to Cochin International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SXV and COK:
Chennai Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Salem Airport (SXV) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Salem Airport to Cochin International Airport flight is £16. A round-trip ticket is currently £60. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book five months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SXV to COK.
The cheapest month for flights from Salem Airport to Cochin International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Salem Airport (SXV)
Salem Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SXV land at their destination as scheduled 80.0% of the time.
Central Salem to Salem Airport is approximately 12 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Salem Airport to Cochin International Airport, check out SD Residency. It's a short drive from SXV.
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Salem Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near COK instead:
Venture beyond Kochi and discover places that are off the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Cochin International Airport rental car from leading providers like Avis or Europcar.
Booking your ride from Cochin International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Cochin International Airport to the centre of Kochi has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 25 miles away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Salem Airport to Cochin International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kochi. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Salem Airport to Cochin International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Kochi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SXV to COK sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Kochi. Around 230 miles away to the north-east, its top attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Tirunelveli is another favourite destination in India and is around 130 miles south-east of Kochi. No journey is complete without seeing Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.