Cochin International Airport (COK) — complete Kochi airport guide
Quick answer: Cochin International Airport (COK) at Nedumbassery is Kerala's busiest airport and the world's first fully solar-powered airport. It is a major Gulf gateway for Malayali travellers, with T3 for international flights and T1/T2 for domestic. The airport is about 30 km north-east of Kochi city.
Last reviewed June 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · airport facts cross-checked against the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and the airport operator · live Kochi fares are found in the FlightGPT search above.
Kochi airport (COK) — quick facts
- IATA / ICAO code: COK / VOCI
- City served: Kochi, Kerala
- Distance to city: ≈ 30 km north-east of Kochi (Ernakulam)
- Operator: Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL)
- Traffic: ~10 million passengers a year — Kerala's primary Gulf gateway.
Terminals at Kochi airport
T3 handles international flights; domestic operations run from the earlier terminal. The airport's solar farm makes it energy self-sufficient — a frequently cited sustainability landmark.
How to get from Kochi airport to the city
- App cabs (Uber/Ola) and the pre-paid taxi counter to Ernakulam and Kochi.
- KSRTC and low-floor airport buses to the city and onward to Thrissur.
- Kochi Metro connectivity from the city side is expanding toward the airport corridor.
Airlines flying from Kochi (COK)
IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air and Air India Express domestically and to the Gulf; Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, Saudia and others internationally — heavy Gulf traffic.
Lounges at COK
Plaza Premium and Travel Club lounges in the international and domestic areas. Access via Priority Pass, eligible credit cards, premium cabins or pay-per-use.
Popular flights from Kochi
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Cochin International Airport (COK) from Kochi city?
Cochin International Airport is about 30 km north-east of Kochi (Ernakulam) from Kochi.
How many terminals does Kochi airport (COK) have, and which should I use?
T3 handles international flights; domestic operations run from the earlier terminal. The airport's solar farm makes it energy self-sufficient — a frequently cited sustainability landmark.
How do I get from Kochi airport to the city?
App cabs (Uber/Ola) and the pre-paid taxi counter to Ernakulam and Kochi. KSRTC and low-floor airport buses to the city and onward to Thrissur. Kochi Metro connectivity from the city side is expanding toward the airport corridor.
Which airlines fly from Kochi (COK)?
IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air and Air India Express domestically and to the Gulf; Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, Saudia and others internationally — heavy Gulf traffic.
Does COK airport have lounges?
Plaza Premium and Travel Club lounges in the international and domestic areas. Access via Priority Pass, eligible credit cards, premium cabins or pay-per-use.
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