Travelling from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
Kochi's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Patna.
Give yourself enough time to make your PAT to COK flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like February? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Cochin International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between PAT and COK:
Kempegowda International Airport
Chennai Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Cochin International Airport flight is R 1,405. A return plane ticket right now is R 2,717. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PAT to COK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Cochin International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from PAT to COK.
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Handy information about Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT)
77.64% of flights departing from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Patna to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near PAT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Cochin International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
If you're coming in on a late Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Cochin International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near COK:
Book a Cochin International Airport rental car and check out destinations off the typical tourist track. Avis and Europcar can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Kochi and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cochin International Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Cochin International Airport to the centre of Kochi has a drive time of about 1 hour. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Cochin International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Kochi. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Kochi is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport to Cochin International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from PAT 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 always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be explored. Around 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.
Tirunelveli is another well-known destination in India and is around 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi. No journey is complete without experiencing Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.