Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
Kochi is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LHR to COK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Cochin International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LHR and COK:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Muscat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Cochin International Airport flight is 241 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 473 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LHR to COK if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cochin International Airport.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near LHR. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cochin International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near COK instead:
Book a Cochin International Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. Avis and Europcar can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Kochi and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Cochin International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
From Cochin International Airport, Kochi is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cochin International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Kochi. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Cochin International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Kochi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to COK in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
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 move. Start with popular sights like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Tirunelveli is another favourite destination in India and is around 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi. No journey is complete without experiencing Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.