Travelling from Seattle to Cochin International Airport (COK): What you need to know
Seattle has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Cochin International Airport (COK) taking off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Kochi is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of Seattle. Cochin International Airport is located in Kochi, which runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Seattle to COK. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Seattle to COK leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
SEA is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Cochin International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination without delay.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
LKE is around 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Seattle to COK flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
About Cochin International Airport (COK)
Consider staying in a hotel close to COK if you're catching a late flight from Seattle to Cochin International Airport. Pick one of these options and call it a night faster:
Book a Cochin International 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.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Seattle to Cochin International Airport flight.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Cochin International Airport to the centre of Kochi is roughly 29 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Cochin International Airport (COK)
Right now, 418 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Cochin International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 800 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Seattle to COK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Cochin International Airport (COK)
April is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Cochin International Airport (COK), while August is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Kochi based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Seattle to COK plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. March is the warmest month in Kochi, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Cochin International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Kochi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kochi right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Seattle to Cochin International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Kochi Biennale Foundation, Kochi Muziris Biennale and Vembanad Lake are popular attractions which should be on every Kochi itinerary.
Explore more of India
You've visited Kochi, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Travel around 209 kilometres south-east to Tirunelveli to check off its must-visit sights. From Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple) to Mahadeva Swami Temple and ISKCON Tirunelveli, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another side of India, head for Coimbatore, roughly 113 kilometres north-east of Kochi. Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial are the start of reasons to visit.