Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ): what you need to know
Kochi is five hours ahead of Dubai and is in the UTC+9 timezone.
To ensure you get on your DXB to KCZ flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like January? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to discover a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dubai Airport to Kochi Ryoma Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Haneda Airport is a sought-after stop between DXB and KCZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ)
$514 is currently the best price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Kochi Ryoma Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,257. These prices may change based on availability.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from DXB to KCZ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Dubai Airport to Kochi Ryoma Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
74.31% of flights that depart Dubai Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Dubai Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Dubai Airport to Kochi Ryoma Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near DXB:
Arriving at Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Dubai Airport to Kochi Ryoma Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KCZ instead:
Grab a Kochi Ryoma Airport rental car and discover Kochi and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are top providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Kochi Ryoma Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ) to central Kochi
Kochi Ryoma Airport to central Kochi has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When to fly to Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ)
April is the busiest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Kochi Ryoma Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Kochi in February.
The warmest month in Kochi is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Dubai Airport to Kochi Ryoma Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from DXB to KCZ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Kochi, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Travel about 225 kilometres north-east to Osaka to check off its leading sights. From Osaka Castle to Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 354 kilometres north-east of Kochi. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are the start of reasons to visit.