Flying from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport (ELQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Gassim is UTC+3, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Kochi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your COK to ELQ flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cochin International Airport to Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between COK and ELQ:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport (ELQ)
ج.م. 10,757 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cochin International Airport to Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport flight. Return flights start from ج.م. 20,660. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from COK to ELQ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport to Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Finding cheap flights from COK to ELQ is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cochin International Airport to Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport.
Handy information about Cochin International Airport (COK)
Of all flights departing from Cochin International Airport, 78.29% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Kochi to Cochin International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near COK. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cochin International Airport to Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport (ELQ)
Explore beyond Gassim and discover off-the-radar places with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport rental car from popular providers like Budget or Enterprise.
To get the lowest possible price, book your vehicle from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your travel date.
Getting from Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport (ELQ) to central Gassim
From Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport, Gassim is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport (ELQ)
January is the most popular month for flights from Cochin International Airport to Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Gassim in April.
Book your flight from Cochin International Airport to Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Regional Airport for July if you want to visit Gassim during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 45ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap tickets from COK to ELQ sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Gassim is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres south-east of Gassim, a visit to Riyadh will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Kingdom Centre Tower, National Museum and Ad Diriyah Art Centre.
Want to visit Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park? Then head toward Al Kharj. Another worthwhile stop in Saudi Arabia, it's around 467 kilometres south-east of Gassim.
