Travelling from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to Kochi Airport (COK): what you need to know
The timezone in Kochi is UTC+5:30, which is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Tel Aviv.
Leave enough time to make your TLV to COK flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to Kochi Airport (COK)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Kochi Airport flight is R 5,844. A return fare right now is R 10,452. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from TLV to COK, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Kochi Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
When it comes to Ben Gurion Intl Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Tel Aviv to Ben Gurion Intl Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip when using public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to TLV? If you're catching an early flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Kochi Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kochi Airport (COK)
Reserve a hotel close to COK if you have a late Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Kochi Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel beyond Kochi and discover places that are off the radar with your own wheels. You can book a Kochi Airport rental car from popular outlets like Avis or Europcar.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Kochi Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Kochi Airport (COK) to central Kochi
From Kochi Airport, Kochi is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Kochi Airport (COK)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Kochi Airport. November is the busiest month to visit Kochi. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Kochi is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Kochi Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from TLV to COK in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've done Kochi, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Journey around 370 kilometres north-east to Bengaluru to tick off its leading attractions. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another side of 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 the start of reasons to visit.