Flying from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
Kochi's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Mangalore.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your IXE to COK flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Mangalore Airport to Cochin International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between IXE and COK:
Kempegowda International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
R 840 is the best price for a one-way Mangalore Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 1,689. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from IXE to COK, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Mangalore Airport to Cochin International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Mangalore Airport (IXE)
When it comes to Mangalore Airport's on-time performance, data shows 60.6% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Mangalore to Mangalore Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Searching for a handy hotel near IXE? If you've booked an early flight from Mangalore Airport to Cochin International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
Reserve a hotel close to COK if you're taking a late Mangalore Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Cochin International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
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 drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
August is the most popular month for flights from Mangalore Airport to Cochin International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Kochi in April.
Lock in your flight from Mangalore Airport to Cochin International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Kochi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IXE to COK in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Kochi. Around 370 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi, Tirunelveli is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.