Flying from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport (COK): What you need to know
Cochin International Airport is located in Kochi. The city runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone and is two hours 30 minutes behind Shanghai.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Shanghai to COK. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Shanghai to COK that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between PVG and COK include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Travelling from central Shanghai to PVG takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights leaving Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA is about 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Shanghai to COK flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 86% of flights leaving here make it to their final destination as planned.
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Cochin International Airport (COK)
If you have a late flight from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near COK:
Explore beyond Kochi and head to places that many travellers miss with your own wheels. You can book a Cochin International Airport rental car from popular providers like Avis or Europcar.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Shanghai to Cochin International Airport flight.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Central Kochi is around 31 kilometres from Cochin International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport (COK)
RM821 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport. Return flights start at RM1,460. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Shanghai to COK, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Shanghai to Cochin International Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Save money on your flight from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport (COK)
January is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport (COK). Plan your visit to Kochi in September if you prefer a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Shanghai to COK plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. March is the warmest month in Kochi, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kochi
Start your Kochi trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Cochin International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Kochi Biennale Foundation, Kochi Muziris Biennale and Vembanad Lake are top sights which should feature on any good Kochi itinerary.
Explore more of India
Tirunelveli is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kochi. Around 209 kilometres away to the southeast, its best attractions include Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), Mahadeva Swami Temple and ISKCON Tirunelveli.
If you want to check out another major stop in India, head for Coimbatore, roughly 113 kilometres northeast of Kochi. Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial are key reasons to visit.
