Travelling from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG): what you need to know
The timezone in Kunming is UTC+8, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Kochi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your COK to KMG flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cochin International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between COK and KMG:
Bandaranaike International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Currently, $301 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cochin International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $550. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from COK to KMG if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Cochin International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from COK to KMG is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cochin International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport.
Handy information about Cochin International Airport (COK)
78.29% of flights leaving from Cochin International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Kochi to Cochin International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to COK? If you're catching an early flight from Cochin International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Book a hotel near KMG if you're on a late Cochin International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to central Kunming
KMG is located at 004 County Rd.
Kunming Changshui International Airport to central Kunming has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
April is the busiest month for flights from Cochin International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Kunming in April.
When booking your flight from Cochin International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Kunming, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from COK to KMG in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Kunming has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. About 434 kilometres north-east of Kunming, a visit to Guiyang will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Jiaxiu Tower, Hongfu Temple and Guizhou Provincial Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in China, head for Lijiang, roughly 338 kilometres north-west of Kunming. Viewing Platform of Lion Mountain in Lijiang Ancient Town, Black Dragon Pool Park and Lashi Lake are key reasons to visit.
