Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
Kochi's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Kochi two hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul.
Your IST to COK flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cochin International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between IST and COK include:
Hamad International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Muscat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cochin International Airport flight is P11,817. A return ticket right now is P26,550. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from IST to COK, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cochin International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from IST to COK by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cochin International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cochin International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to IST:
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
Reserve a hotel near COK if you're catching a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Line up a Cochin International Airport rental car from providers like Avis or Europcar. With your own set of wheels, you can venture farther out of Kochi and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Cochin International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Cochin International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Kochi. The drive time takes about 1 hour.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cochin International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Kochi. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Cochin International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Kochi, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IST to COK sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Kochi has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of India you'll want to see. Around 370 kilometres north-east of Kochi, a trip to Bengaluru will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in India, consider Tirunelveli, roughly 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi. Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family are the start of reasons to visit.