Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
Kochi is seven hours 30 minutes behind Auckland and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your AKL to COK flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Auckland Airport to Cochin International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between AKL and COK:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
Currently, ₹ 27,697 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Auckland Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 54,029. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from AKL to COK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Auckland Airport to Cochin International Airport.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Auckland Airport to Cochin International Airport.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Of all flights leaving Auckland Airport, 69.31% land on time at their destination.
Central Auckland to Auckland Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to Cochin International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near AKL:
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
If you're coming in on a late Auckland Airport to Cochin International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near COK:
Travel farther out of Kochi and discover off-the-radar places with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Cochin International Airport rental car from popular providers like Avis or Europcar.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Cochin International Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Cochin International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Kochi. The drive time takes about 1 hour.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Auckland Airport to Cochin International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Kochi. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Auckland Airport to Cochin International Airport for March if you want to explore Kochi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap tickets from AKL to COK sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've seen Kochi. Around 370 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in India, head for Tirunelveli, roughly 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi. Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family are key highlights.
