Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Kochi Airport (COK): what you need to know
The timezone in Kochi is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your LGW to COK flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Kochi Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between LGW and COK:
Dubai Airport
Jeddah Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Kochi Airport (COK)
247 € is the lowest price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Kochi Airport flight. Return flights start from 508 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from LGW to COK, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kochi Airport.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LGW land on schedule 82% of the time.
London Gatwick Airport is around 48 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kochi Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near LGW:
Arriving at Kochi Airport (COK)
Consider staying in a hotel near COK if you're on a late London Gatwick Airport to Kochi Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Kochi Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travellers miss. Avis and Europcar can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Kochi and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Kochi Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Kochi Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Kochi Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of Kochi. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Kochi Airport (COK)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kochi Airport. November is the most popular month to visit Kochi. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Kochi is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kochi Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to COK in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Kochi. Around 370 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
If you want to check out another great destination in India, head for Tirunelveli, roughly 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi. Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), ISKCON Tirunelveli and Sri Kailasanather & Sri Soundaravalli Ambal Temple are highlights.