Flying from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Shanghai: what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Kochi, where Cochin International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to get on your COK to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, 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 flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flight tickets from COK to Shanghai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Velana International Airport (MLE)
Located around 29 kilometres from the centre of Kochi, COK can be reached in about 1 hour by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near COK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cochin International Airport to Shanghai or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cochin International Airport, 78.29% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Shanghai
The best price we've seen for a one-way Cochin International Airport to Shanghai flight is R 2,978. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 6,310. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from COK to Shanghai, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 56 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cochin International Airport to Shanghai, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Go beyond Shanghai and discover places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can grab a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Increase the odds of getting the best possible rate by booking early. Reserving your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from COK to Shanghai is a smart move.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Once your flight from Cochin International Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
There are some great places ready to welcome you near SHA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your COK to Shanghai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Why base your plans around someone else's schedule? Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and decide exactly where your journey goes. Reserve a set of wheels here with Hertz.
Usually, the sooner you book, the more you save and the better your options. Lock in your ride from SHA as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Cochin International Airport to Shanghai. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are generally higher and major attractions can be busy. Go to Shanghai in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Before booking a Cochin International Airport to Shanghai flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from COK to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
Once you've booked your flight from Cochin International Airport to Shanghai, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Yu Garden, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Shanghai Tower are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered after you've seen Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.
Around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai, Puyang is another favourite stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.