Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
Kochi is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Milan and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MXP to COK flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cochin International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MXP and COK:
Bahrain International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Cochin International Airport flight is $243. A return ticket is currently $707. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from MXP to COK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cochin International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cochin International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Of all flights departing from Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Milano Malpensa Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to MXP? If you've booked an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cochin International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
If you're landing on a late Milano Malpensa Airport to Cochin International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near COK:
Travel beyond Kochi and head to places that many travellers miss with your own wheels. You can pick up a Cochin International Airport rental car from providers like Avis or Europcar.
Reserving your vehicle from Cochin International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Cochin International Airport to central Kochi has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
August is the busiest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cochin International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Kochi in April.
When booking your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Cochin International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Kochi, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MXP to COK around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Kochi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of India you should also see. About 370 kilometres north-east of Kochi, a visit to Bengaluru will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Tirunelveli is another sought-after destination in India and is around 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi. No journey is complete without a visit to Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.