Travelling from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Taipei: what you need to know
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8. The city is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Kochi, where Cochin International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to get on your COK to Taipei flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from COK to Taipei. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
COK is about 29 kilometres from central Kochi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near COK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cochin International Airport to Taipei or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cochin International Airport, 78.29% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Taipei
The best price we've seen for a one-way Cochin International Airport to Taipei flight is ج.م. 11,773. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 21,353. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from COK to Taipei. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Cochin International Airport to Taipei ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from COK to Taipei.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cochin International Airport to Taipei.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cochin International Airport to Taipei, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near TPE:
Grab a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car and discover Taipei and beyond with your own set of wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car hire are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from COK to Taipei can help you get the best possible rate.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. After your flight from Cochin International Airport to Taipei, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 45 minutes or so.
After stepping off your COK to Taipei flight, settle in at a hotel near TSA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS make picking up a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from TSA four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
Plan your trip to Taipei during peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Cochin International Airport to Taipei in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Cochin International Airport to Taipei flight ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from COK to Taipei around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Taipei
After booking your flight from Cochin International Airport to Taipei, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Taipei:
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei 101 are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Taipei travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ximending Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've done Taipei, now it's time to explore other corners of Taiwan. Journey about 129 kilometres south-west to T'ai-chung-shih to check off its must-visit sights. From Taichung Park to Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Taiwan, head for Tainan, about 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House are among its highlights.
