Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
Kochi is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Edinburgh and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you catch your EDI to COK flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Cochin International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between EDI and COK:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
Right now, 177 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 406 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EDI to COK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport to Cochin International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from EDI to COK.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Cochin International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights that depart Edinburgh Airport make it to their destination on time.
Edinburgh Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cochin International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
Consider staying in a hotel close to COK if you're taking a late Edinburgh Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Book a Cochin International Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travellers miss. Avis and Europcar can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Kochi and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cochin International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Cochin International Airport to the centre of Kochi has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cochin International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Kochi based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cochin International Airport for March if you want to explore 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). Look for cheap tickets from EDI to COK around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Kochi is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be explored. Around 370 kilometres north-east of Kochi, a trip to Bengaluru will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Tirunelveli is another standout destination in India and is around 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi. No journey is complete without seeing Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.