Travelling from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
Christchurch is seven hours 30 minutes ahead of Kochi and observes the UTC+13 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your COK to CHC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to check out a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cochin International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Changi International Airport is a sought-after stop between COK and CHC.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Right now, $580 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cochin International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,330. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from COK to CHC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Cochin International Airport to Christchurch International Airport.
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Handy information about Cochin International Airport (COK)
When it comes to Cochin International Airport's on-time performance, 78.29% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Kochi to Cochin International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Cochin International Airport to Christchurch International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near COK:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cochin International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CHC instead:
Grab a Christchurch International Airport rental car and explore Christchurch and beyond with your own wheels. Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals and mode rentals are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Christchurch International Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
From Christchurch International Airport, Christchurch is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
February is the most popular month for flights from Cochin International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Christchurch in April.
The warmest month in Christchurch is January, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Cochin International Airport to Christchurch International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from COK to CHC in July. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Christchurch has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Christchurch, a trip to Wellington will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If you're eager to discover another corner of New Zealand, head for Dunedin, roughly 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World are key highlights.