Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
Kochi's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Kochi five hours 30 minutes ahead of Birmingham.
Your BHX to COK flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Cochin International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between BHX and COK:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
At the moment, 178 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 354 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from BHX to COK. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport to Cochin International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Cochin International Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
65.48% of flights taking off from Birmingham International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Birmingham International Airport from central Birmingham, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Cochin International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near BHX:
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
Reserve a hotel near COK if you're taking a late Birmingham International Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Cochin International Airport rental car and visit the lesser-known spots that'll make your trip unforgettable. Avis and Europcar can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Kochi and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cochin International Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Cochin International Airport to the centre of Kochi has a drive time of about 1 hour. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
August is the busiest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Cochin International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Kochi in April.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Cochin International Airport for March if you'd like to visit Kochi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BHX to COK around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've done Kochi, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Journey around 370 kilometres north-east to Bengaluru to tick off its top sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi, Tirunelveli is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.