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COK

Kochi Airport

Kochi, India

🏷️IATACOK
📍CityKochi
📞Helpline+91 484 2610115
Airport P.O., Ernakulam, Kochi - 683111, Kerala, India
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ℹ️ About Kochi Airport

Cochin International Airport (COK) opened in 1999 and is operated by Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL). It is the first airport in India to be built under a public-private partnership.

The airport handled approximately 8.9 million passengers in 2018-2019. It is a major gateway for travelers to Kerala.

Future expansion plans include increasing the capacity of the terminals.

🏢 Terminals

Cochin International Airport has three terminals. Terminal 1 handles domestic flights.

Terminal 2 serves international flights. Terminal 3 is for domestic use.

Terminal 1 has a floor area of 56,000 sq ft and can handle 400 arriving and 400 departing passengers simultaneously. Terminal 2 covers 150,000 sq ft.

The airport has a total capacity to handle 12 million passengers annually. In 2018, Terminal 2 was expanded to include more check-in counters and baggage handling systems.

🚗 How to Reach Kochi Airport
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Metro/Rail
There is no direct metro or rail connection to Cochin International Airport.
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Bus
Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) operates buses from the airport to various parts of Kochi. Low-floor AC Volvo buses are available. The nearest bus station is Angamaly KSRTC Bus Station, about 5 km away.
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Taxi/Cab
Ola and Uber are available. Pre-paid taxi counters are located inside the terminals. A taxi to Ernakulam city center costs approximately ₹1200-₹1500.
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Distance
28 km from Ernakulam city center. Travel time is approximately 45 minutes without traffic and 1 hour 30 minutes during peak hours.
🛎️ Airport Facilities
Lounges
Saj Business Lounge (International Terminal), access via Priority Pass, credit cards, or paid entry. Earth Lounge (Domestic Terminal), access via Priority Pass, credit cards, or paid entry.
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Food & Dining
Restaurants include: Taste of India, Cafe Coffee Day, and several local eateries. Some 24-hour options are available in both terminals.
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Shopping
Duty-free shopping is available in the International Terminal. There are also several retail outlets selling souvenirs, books, and travel accessories.
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Connectivity
Free WiFi is available for 2 hours. Connect to the 'CIAL Free WiFi' network.
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Banking
ATMs are available in both the domestic and international terminals. Muthoot Forex and Thomas Cook offer currency exchange services.
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Medical
A medical center is located in the International Terminal, providing 24/7 services.
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Other
Prayer rooms are available. There are designated smoking areas outside the terminals.
🅿️ Parking

Short-term, long-term, and premium parking options are available. Parking rates for cars: ₹90 for the first 30 minutes, ₹150 for 1 hour, ₹250 for 2 hours, ₹350 for 3 hours, ₹450 for 4 hours, ₹750 for 7-24 hours. Daily rates start at ₹750. Pre-booking is not available.

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💡 Tips for Travellers
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Use the pre-paid taxi service from the airport to avoid inflated fares from unmetered taxis.
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Download the Ola or Uber app before arriving to book a cab quickly.
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If traveling by bus, check the KSRTC website for the latest schedules and routes.
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Take advantage of the free WiFi for the first 2 hours to save on data roaming charges.
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