Flying from Surat Airport (STV) to Kochi Airport (COK): what you need to know
Surat and Kochi share the UTC+5:30 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your STV 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.
Flying during a peak time such as May? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Surat Airport to Kochi Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between STV and COK:
Bengaluru Airport
Hyderabad Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Airport (STV) to Kochi Airport (COK)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Surat Airport to Kochi Airport flight is R 1,292. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 2,434. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from STV to COK, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Surat Airport to Kochi Airport across the month. It's a great way to find 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 set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from STV to COK.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Surat Airport to Kochi Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Surat Airport (STV)
74% of flights that take off from Surat Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Surat Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Surat. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near STV? If you've booked an early flight from Surat Airport to Kochi Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kochi Airport (COK)
If you're getting in on a late Surat Airport to Kochi Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near COK:
Line up a Kochi Airport rental car from providers like Avis or Europcar. With your own wheels, you can travel beyond Kochi and explore places that don't always get the spotlight.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Kochi Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Kochi Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Kochi Airport to central Kochi has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Kochi Airport (COK)
The quietest month for a flight from Surat Airport to Kochi Airport is March, while November is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Kochi based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Surat Airport to Kochi Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Kochi, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from STV 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 places in India waiting to be explored after you've experienced Kochi. Around 370 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in India, head for Tirunelveli, about 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi. Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), ISKCON Tirunelveli and Sri Kailasanather & Sri Soundaravalli Ambal Temple are among its highlights.