Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
Kochi is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Washington DC and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IAD to COK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Cochin International Airport. These are the top stopovers between IAD and COK:
Hamad International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
Right now, R 6,679 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 15,857. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IAD to COK if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Cochin International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from IAD to COK by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
74.39% of flights leaving from Washington Dulles International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Washington Dulles International Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near IAD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Cochin International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
If you're coming in on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Cochin International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near COK:
Grab a Cochin International Airport rental car and visit the lesser-known spots that'll make your trip unforgettable. Avis and Europcar can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Kochi and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Cochin International Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
From Cochin International Airport, Kochi is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
August is the busiest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Cochin International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Kochi in April.
When booking your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Cochin International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Kochi, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IAD to COK sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
Kochi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be explored. About 370 kilometres north-east of Kochi, a trip to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you want to check out another corner of India, head for Tirunelveli, about 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi. Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family are key reasons to visit.
