Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Chennai Airport to Cochin International Airport take 1 hour 12 minutes. Kochi and Chennai are in the same timezone (UTC+5:30), which means you won't have to adjust your watch once you arrive.
Flights from Chennai Airport to Cochin International Airport start from 07:55 — the earliest with IndiGo. The last departure is the 22:25 service with IndiGo. Overall, you can take your pick of 534 services every week between MAA and COK.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Kochi (and discovering more of India!) is a breeze with IndiGo. This popular airline offers direct flights from Chennai Airport to Cochin International Airport.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Chennai Airport to Cochin International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the top stopovers between MAA and COK:
Kempegowda International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
You won't need your passport or a visa to fly within India. You will need a valid identity document though, like a driver's license or an ID card. Put them on your packing list once you've booked cheap ticket from MAA to COK.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chennai Airport to Cochin International Airport is $41. The cheapest price for a return flight is $76. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from MAA to COK, reserve your journey 8 months before your departure.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Chennai Airport to Cochin International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chennai Airport to Cochin International Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
The journey from central Chennai to Chennai Airport takes approximately 49 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 47 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Got an early flight from Chennai Airport to Cochin International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAA:
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
Consider staying in a hotel close to COK if you have a late flight from Chennai Airport to Cochin International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Cochin International Airport to central Kochi is around 1 hour and 2 minutes in a car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour and 51 minutes.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
August is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Cochin International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Kochi in April.
The warmest month in Kochi is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Chennai Airport to Cochin International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from MAA to COK in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Kochi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the top stays in Kochi right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from MAA to COK:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Jawahar Park, Fort Kochi, Fort Kochi Beach and Mattancherry Palace are highlights which should feature on every Kochi itinerary.
Complete your Kochi trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Cochin International Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Kochi getaway.
