Travelling from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Pune Airport to Cochin International Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Kochi's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Pune.
Each week, there are 75 Pune Airport to Cochin International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, pick the 01:00 IndiGo flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 01:10 with IndiGo.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your PNQ to COK flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
IndiGo offers direct flights from Pune Airport to Cochin International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Kochi — and maybe even more of India if your schedule allows.
IndiGo is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for PNQ to COK flights is IndiGo.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Pune Airport to Cochin International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between PNQ and COK:
Kempegowda International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Pune Airport to Cochin International Airport flight is P3,559. A return ticket is currently P6,698. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book five months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PNQ to COK.
The cheapest month for flights from Pune Airport to Cochin International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Pune Airport (PNQ)
71.91% of flights that depart Pune Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Pune Airport from central Pune, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Pune Airport to Cochin International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near PNQ:
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
If you're coming in on a late Pune Airport to Cochin International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near COK:
Grab a Cochin International Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Avis and Europcar can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Kochi and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Cochin International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Cochin International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Kochi. The drive time takes around 1 hour.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
The quietest month for a flight from Pune Airport to Cochin International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Kochi based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Pune Airport to Cochin International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Kochi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PNQ to COK around that time if you like 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, popular attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi, Tirunelveli is another favourite stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.