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Kochi.RM766 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Jun, returning Sat, 28 Jun.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Kochi.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Kochi on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM766, select.
Kochi.RM771 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul, returning Thu, 17 Jul.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Kochi.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Kochi on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM771, select.
Kochi.RM778 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul, returning Sat, 2 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Kochi.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Kochi on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM778, select.
Kochi.RM784 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun, returning Tue, 29 Jul.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Kochi.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Kochi on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM784, select.
Kochi.RM813 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Aug, returning Mon, 11 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Kochi.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Kochi on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM813, select.
Kochi.RM1,074 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Thu, 13 Nov.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Kochi.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Kochi on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,074, select.
Kochi.RM1,076 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Dec, returning Sat, 3 Jan.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 25 Dec, arriving in Kochi.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Kochi on Sat, 3 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,076, select.
Kochi.RM1,077 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Apr, returning Fri, 17 Apr.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Kochi.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Kochi on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,077, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Kochi

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo to Kochi flights are currently cheapest in June.
Jun
from RM766
Jul
from RM771
Aug
from RM813
Sep
from RM1,077
Oct
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Nov
from RM1,074
Dec
from RM1,090
Jan
from RM1,118
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Apr
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Direct flights from Colombo to Kochi

Colombo to Kochi: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Colombo to Kochi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kochi.

Colombo to Kochi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM766
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 13 mins
Most popular airlineSriLankan Airlines
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Colombo to Kochi: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to Kochi is RM766. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Colombo to Kochi.
SriLankan Airlines and Air India fly direct from Colombo to Kochi.
As of June 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Colombo to Kochi.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Kochi is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Kochi Airport on Saturday, 21 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 13 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kochi but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kochi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Colombo to Cochin International Airport (COK): What you need to know

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport (COK) taking off from here.

  • Kochi's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Colombo. Cochin International Airport is located in Kochi.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Colombo to COK.

  • With more travellers during high season, plan to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • RML is around 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near Colombo Ratmalana Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • You can book a direct Colombo to Cochin International Airport (COK) plane ticket with departures from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Work out whether leaving from CMB works best for your plans.

  • From CMB, direct flights from Colombo to COK are available with SriLankan Airlines.

  • On the CMB to COK route, SriLankan Airlines is the preferred choice of many.

  • SriLankan Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying between Bandaranaike International Airport and Cochin International Airport, with 78.69% of its services landing on schedule.

  • You can reach CMB from the centre of Colombo in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Colombo to COK flight? Unwind in a hotel near Bandaranaike International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:

  • Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75.71%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport land on time.

About Cochin International Airport (COK)

Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi

  • Cochin International Airport to central Kochi is roughly 29 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.

  • Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Cochin International Airport (COK)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Cochin International Airport is RM500. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM766. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • To score cheap flights from Colombo to COK, book your ticket one month ahead of your departure date.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Colombo to Cochin International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • Never miss a deal on plane tickets from Colombo to COK by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.

The best time to fly from Colombo to Cochin International Airport (COK)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport (COK). August is the busiest month to visit Kochi. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in April.

  • When booking your Colombo to COK plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. March is the warmest month in Kochi, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • January sees temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Cochin International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Kochi

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Kochi right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Colombo to Cochin International Airport:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Kochi Biennale Foundation, Kochi Muziris Biennale and Vembanad Lake are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Kochi itinerary.

Explore more of India

  • Kochi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be explored. About 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi, a trip to Tirunelveli will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), Mahadeva Swami Temple and ISKCON Tirunelveli.

  • Around 113 kilometres north-east of Kochi, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial.

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