Flying from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
Kochi's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Kochi two hours ahead of Tehran.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your IKA to COK flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Cochin International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between IKA and COK include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Muscat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
Currently, R 4,610 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Imam Khomeini International Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,158. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IKA to COK if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Cochin International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from IKA to COK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Cochin International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Of all flights departing from Imam Khomeini International Airport, 69.19% arrive on time at their destination.
Imam Khomeini International Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Tehran. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Cochin International Airport? Stay at a hotel near IKA, such as Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel will also have you moments from the check-in counter.
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
Consider booking a hotel near COK if you're taking a late Imam Khomeini International Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel beyond Kochi and discover destinations that fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Cochin International Airport rental car from companies like Avis or Europcar.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cochin International Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Cochin International Airport to central Kochi has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
August is the most popular month for flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Cochin International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Kochi in April.
Book your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Cochin International Airport for March if you want to go to Kochi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IKA to COK in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Kochi is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. About 370 kilometres north-east of Kochi, a visit to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in India, consider Tirunelveli, roughly 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi. Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family are highlights.
