Travelling from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Bilbao Airport (BIO): what you need to know
Bilbao's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Bilbao four hours 30 minutes behind Kochi.
To ensure you get on your COK to BIO flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to discover a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cochin International Airport to Bilbao Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' London Gatwick Airport is a popular stop between COK and BIO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
At the moment, R 18,878 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cochin International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 44,369. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from COK to BIO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport to Bilbao Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from COK to BIO.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cochin International Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Handy information about Cochin International Airport (COK)
78.29% of flights taking off from Cochin International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Kochi to Cochin International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Cochin International Airport to Bilbao Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near COK:
Arriving at Bilbao Airport (BIO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cochin International Airport to Bilbao Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BIO instead:
Pick up a Bilbao Airport rental car and explore Bilbao and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Click and Rent and Goldcar are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Bilbao Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to central Bilbao
Bilbao Airport to central Bilbao has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Cochin International Airport to Bilbao Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Bilbao. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Cochin International Airport to Bilbao Airport for August if you'd like to go to Bilbao during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from COK to BIO sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Bilbao has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Bilbao, a visit to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Salamanca is another standout destination in Spain and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Bilbao. No trip is complete without dropping by Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
