Flying from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Beijing: what you need to know
Beijing is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Kochi, where Cochin International Airport is located. Beijing observes the UTC+8 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your COK to Beijing flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from COK to Beijing with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
COK is around 29 kilometres from central Kochi. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to COK? If you're boarding an early flight from Cochin International Airport to Beijing, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of the flights that depart from Cochin International Airport, 78.29% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Beijing
P13,514 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cochin International Airport to Beijing flight. A return plane ticket starts from P34,389. These prices may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from COK to Beijing, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Cochin International Airport to Beijing ticket.
There's no need to check in daily to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from COK to Beijing.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Cochin International Airport to Beijing by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near PEK if you have a late flight from Cochin International Airport to Beijing. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Drive into your next adventure with a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Beijing that don't always get the spotlight.
To get the lowest possible price, book your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport a few weeks before your flight from COK to Beijing. Prices typically increase closer to the day of travel.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. Following your flight from Cochin International Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to PKX. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your COK to Beijing flight:
Best time to go to Beijing
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Cochin International Airport to Beijing. The city comes alive in high season, but rates are usually higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Beijing in the low season if you like a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your Cochin International Airport to Beijing plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from COK to Beijing in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
More about Beijing
After booking your flight from Cochin International Airport to Beijing, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are leading attractions which should feature on any good Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Beijing. Around 113 kilometers away to the south-east, popular attractions include Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Tai'an is another sought-after destination in China and is around 418 kilometers south of Beijing. No journey is complete without seeing Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.