Travelling from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Belfast: what you need to know
The timezone in Belfast is UTC+0. The city is five hours 30 minutes behind Kochi, where Cochin International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your COK to Belfast flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers offer the opportunity to discover a new city or just take a break during your journey. When looking for a plane ticket from COK to Belfast, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is a popular stop on this route.
COK is around 29 kilometres from central Kochi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Cochin International Airport to Belfast? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near COK:
When it comes to Cochin International Airport's on-time performance, 78.29% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Belfast
181 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cochin International Airport to Belfast flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 471 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from COK to Belfast. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Cochin International Airport to Belfast ticket.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Belfast. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 2 hours.
Consider booking a hotel close to BFS if you're coming in on a late flight from Cochin International Airport to Belfast. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Belfast International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and discover more of Belfast and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Belfast International Airport around three weeks before your flight from COK to Belfast can help you get the lowest rate.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is roughly 8 kilometres from central Belfast. Following your flight from Cochin International Airport to Belfast, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 20 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near BHD. Kick back and get cosy after your COK to Belfast flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Budget, Sixt and Alamo make picking up a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from BHD two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
Visit Belfast in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Cochin International Airport to Belfast in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Lock in your Cochin International Airport to Belfast plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from COK to Belfast in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Belfast
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Belfast right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Cochin International Airport to Belfast:
Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Titanic Belfast are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Belfast must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Botanic Gardens.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Belfast has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom you'll want to see. About 354 kilometres south-east of Belfast, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another standout destination in United Kingdom and is around 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. No journey is complete without seeing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
