Flying from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
Kochi is five hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your AVV to COK flight.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
C$375 is currently the best price for a one-way Avalon Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. A return flight starts from C$1,005. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AVV to COK if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Avalon Airport to Cochin International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from AVV to COK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Avalon Airport to Cochin International Airport.
Handy information about Avalon Airport (AVV)
80.09% of flights departing from Avalon Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from AVV.
Avalon Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you want somewhere to stay before your flight from Avalon Airport to Cochin International Airport, have a look at Corio Bay Motel. It's a short drive from AVV.
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
Book a hotel near COK if you're catching a late Avalon Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up the keys to a Cochin International Airport rental car from leading outlets like Avis or Europcar. With your own wheels, you can venture farther out of Kochi and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
Reserving your ride from Cochin International Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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 reach the centre driving.
If you're 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 busiest month for flights from Avalon Airport to Cochin International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Kochi in April.
The warmest month in Kochi is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Avalon Airport to Cochin International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AVV to COK around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen Kochi. Around 370 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include 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.