Flying from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The timezone in Phuket is UTC+7, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Kochi.
To ensure you catch your COK to HKT flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cochin International Airport to Phuket International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between COK and HKT include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don Mueang International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cochin International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is $145. A round-trip fare right now is $265. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from COK to HKT, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport to Phuket International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from COK to HKT.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cochin International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about Cochin International Airport (COK)
78.29% of flights that take off from Cochin International Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Cochin International Airport from central Kochi, it'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Cochin International Airport to Phuket International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near COK:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Consider staying in a hotel near HKT if you're on a late Cochin International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Phuket International Airport rental car and explore Phuket and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Phuket International Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
Phuket International Airport to the centre of Phuket has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Cochin International Airport to Phuket International Airport. February is the most popular month to visit Phuket. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Cochin International Airport to Phuket International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from COK to HKT around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Phuket has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Thailand you'll want to see. Around 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, a trip to Surat Thani will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Thailand, consider Nakhon Si Thammarat, about 177 kilometres east of Phuket. Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well are among the biggest draws.