Travelling from Istanbul to Cochin International Airport (COK): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Cochin International Airport (COK). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the main airports in Istanbul.
Kochi is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul. Cochin International Airport is located in Kochi, which follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Your flight from Istanbul to COK won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
In high season, expect extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to COK. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Istanbul to Cochin International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Cochin International Airport. Check out these connections between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and COK:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to COK flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
76.93% of flights out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Cochin International Airport (COK)
Consider staying in a hotel near COK if you're catching a late flight from Istanbul to Cochin International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Venture beyond Kochi and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Cochin International Airport rental car from leading providers like Avis or Europcar.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Cochin International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Cochin International Airport is roughly 29 kilometres from central Kochi. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Cochin International Airport (COK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Cochin International Airport is ج.م. 6,307. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 15,256. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to COK. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Istanbul to Cochin International Airport ticket.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on flight tickets from Istanbul to COK.
Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Istanbul to Cochin International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Cochin International Airport (COK)
August is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Cochin International Airport (COK). Plan your visit to Kochi in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your Istanbul to COK flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Kochi, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Cochin International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC.
More about Kochi
Start your Kochi trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Cochin International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your trip to Kochi should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Kochi Biennale Foundation, Kochi Muziris Biennale and Vembanad Lake.
Explore more of India
You've visited Kochi, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Journey around 209 kilometres south-east to Tirunelveli to check off its must-visit sights. From Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple) to Mahadeva Swami Temple and ISKCON Tirunelveli, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in India, head for Coimbatore, about 113 kilometres north-east of Kochi. Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial are the start of reasons to visit.
