Flying from Phuket Airport (HKT) to Kochi Airport (COK): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Phuket Airport to Kochi Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Kochi is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes behind Phuket.
You can choose from three weekly Phuket Airport to Kochi Airport flights. The 23:35 departure with Thai AirAsia is the earliest flight you can take. Thai AirAsia operates the latest service of the day at 23:45.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your HKT to COK flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Thai AirAsia is your gateway to exploring Kochi (and maybe even some other exciting corners of India!). Browse the direct flights from Phuket Airport to Kochi Airport offered by this carrier.
Most passengers choose to travel with Thai AirAsia on this route.
Thai AirAsia is the most punctual carrier that offers HKT to COK flights. An exceptional 96.15% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phuket Airport to Kochi Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between HKT and COK:
Mumbai Airport
Bengaluru Airport
Don Mueang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket Airport (HKT) to Kochi Airport (COK)
Currently, $170 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Phuket Airport to Kochi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $327. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from HKT to COK by booking at least three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Phuket Airport to Kochi Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Finding cheap flights from HKT to COK is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Phuket Airport to Kochi Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Phuket Airport (HKT)
73% of flights that take off from Phuket Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Phuket to Phuket Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near HKT. Whether you have an early flight from Phuket Airport to Kochi Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Kochi Airport (COK)
Consider booking a hotel near COK if you're taking a late Phuket Airport to Kochi Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Set yourself up with a Kochi Airport rental car from popular outlets like Avis or Europcar. With your own set of wheels, you can venture beyond Kochi and explore places that don't always get the spotlight.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Kochi Airport around three weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Kochi Airport (COK)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Phuket Airport to Kochi Airport. November is the busiest month to visit Kochi. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Phuket Airport to Kochi Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Kochi, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HKT to COK in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've done Kochi, now it's time to explore more of India. Journey about 370 kilometres north-east to Bengaluru to tick off its top sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Tirunelveli is another essential stop in India and is around 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi. No trip is complete without a visit to Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), ISKCON Tirunelveli and Sri Kailasanather & Sri Soundaravalli Ambal Temple.