Travelling from Kochi Airport (COK) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Kochi Airport to Phuket Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Phuket one hour 30 minutes ahead of Kochi.
You can choose from three weekly Kochi Airport to Phuket Airport flights. The 02:30 departure with Thai AirAsia is the earliest flight you can take. Thai AirAsia operates the latest service of the day at 02:45.
To ensure you get on your COK to HKT flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as November. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Thai AirAsia is your ticket to exploring Phuket (and maybe even some other great corners of Thailand!). Browse the direct flights from Kochi Airport to Phuket Airport offered by this carrier.
Thai AirAsia is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Among carriers operating COK to HKT flights, Thai AirAsia has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kochi Airport to Phuket Airport. Here are the top stopovers between COK and HKT:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don Mueang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kochi Airport (COK) to Phuket Airport (HKT)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kochi Airport to Phuket Airport flight is RM485. A return ticket right now is RM1,153. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from COK to HKT, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kochi Airport to Phuket Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Kochi Airport to Phuket Airport.
Handy information about Kochi Airport (COK)
Of the flights that depart from Kochi Airport, 75% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Kochi to Kochi Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to COK? If you're catching an early flight from Kochi Airport to Phuket Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)
If you're arriving on a late Kochi Airport to Phuket Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near HKT:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Phuket Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Phuket and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Phuket Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Kochi Airport to Phuket Airport is March, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Kochi Airport to Phuket Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from COK to HKT in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Thailand is home to plenty of other interesting places to put on your itinerary, such as Surat Thani. About 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, swing by top attractions like Ang Thong National Marine Park while you're here.
Always wanted to visit Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park? Then set off for Nakhon Si Thammarat. Another great place to stop in Thailand, it's around 177 kilometres east of Phuket.