Travelling from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
Shanghai has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport (COK) departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Kochi is 2 hours 30 minutes behind Shanghai. Cochin International Airport is located in Kochi, which operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Shanghai to COK, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Shanghai to COK with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers between PVG and COK include:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is about 56 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Booked an early flight from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA is about 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take 21 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre.
You're going on vacation, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your flight from Shanghai to COK:
About Cochin International Airport (COK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near COK instead:
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
From Cochin International Airport, Kochi is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour and 2 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 51 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport (COK)
C$330 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport. Return flights start from C$624. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get flight tickets from Shanghai to COK. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool and compare the prices of tickets from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport across each month. The lowest fares are marked in green, so you can easily find a flight your budget will love.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when prices go down. Timing matters when searching for flight tickets from Shanghai to COK.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport (COK)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Kochi. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Kochi. The warmest month is March. Lock in your flights from Shanghai to COK sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 34ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport in January when temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC.
More about Kochi
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kochi right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Jawahar Park, Fort Kochi, Fort Kochi Beach and Mattancherry Palace are must-do's during your Kochi adventure.
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