Cheap flights to Cochin

How long is the flight to Cochin?

The trip from some of the major cities in Canada to Cochin International Airport (COK), Cochin can be rather lengthy. The flight time from Montreal Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is around 27h, while the flight from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) will take about four hours more than that. If you will be traveling from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), you can expect a flight time of around 21h 30min.

Are there nonstop flights to Cochin?

Nonstop flights from Canada to Cochin, India are not currently available, yet that does not mean that you cannot find some great Cochin flight deals. Air India can take you from Toronto Pearson International Airport with a stop in New Delhi, while Ethiad Airlines can take you from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport with stops at both Toronto and Abu Dhabi. Air Canada in partnership with Air India can take you from Vancouver International Airport, with stops in New Delhi and Thiruvananthapuram. For those traveling from both Edmonton International Airport (YEG) and Calgary International Airport(YYC), Air Canada and Ethiad Airlines can take you with stops in Toronto and Abu Dhabi.

How do you get from Cochin airport(s) to the city center?

If you’re looking to get from the airport to the center of the city by public bus, there are some great options to make the trip. Public bus routes 1, 2, 3, 14, and 19 offer service from the airport to five different locations in the city center, including Ernakulam, Kaloor, and Padma. These buses run from early morning until evening each day. The fare to ride is around C$ 1. Another option is to book a prepaid taxi from the airport to your location. The International Terminal of the airport has an automated and computerized prepaid taxi counter for your convenience. The trip from the airport to the center of the city can be anywhere from 30min to about 50min. One last option is to take an Uber from the airport. Because there is no designated pickup location for rideshare services at the airport, select your pickup location when you book your ride through the app.

What are some things to do in Cochin?

If you enjoy spending time on a beautiful beach, a great choice is Cherai Beach. This is one of the most visited beaches in this area and it offers swimming, shell collecting, as well as dolphin sightings. Mattancherry Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is home to a great number of artifacts, as well as several intricate murals. St. Francis CSI Church was the first European church to be built in India. The historical references and the amazing architecture of this building and the site make it a must-visit for those traveling to this area. A quite striking architectural display that also offers amazing views of the area is Willingdon Island. This is the largest artificial island in India and from here you can board boat tours of the scenic area that surrounds the island.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Cochin?

Canadian citizens that will be traveling to India will need a passport that is valid at the time of travel. The passport must be valid for at least 180 days past your planned departure from India and it also must contain two blank pages for use by Indian immigration officials. If your stay won’t be longer than 30 days, you can obtain an e-tourist visa from the government of India online. The cost for this visa is around C$ 31 and you must obtain this visa before traveling to India.

How popular are flights to Kochi (COK) this year?

Cochin flights are currently seeing a 61% increase in searches when contrasted with this time last year.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Cochin?

Booking a flight to Kochi (COK) is your only option if you intend on flying to Cochin. It is only a 27.9 km journey from Kochi to Cochin’s city centre.