Flying from Chicago to Cochin International Airport (COK): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports where your trip can begin in Chicago. Check out your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when searching for a flight from Chicago to Cochin International Airport (COK).
The timezone in Kochi is UTC+5:30, which is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Chicago. Cochin International Airport is located in Kochi.
Your flight from Chicago to COK won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
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Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Cochin International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on schedule at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can get to MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to COK flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 77.88%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport arrive on time.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The trip to RFD from central Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Chicago to Cochin International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:
Flights departing from RFD arrive at their destination as scheduled 76.19% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Cochin International Airport (COK)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Cochin International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near COK and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Venture beyond Kochi and head to places that many travellers miss with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Cochin International Airport rental car from companies like Avis or Europcar.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Chicago to Cochin International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
The centre of Kochi is about 29 kilometres from Cochin International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Cochin International Airport (COK)
ر.ق. 1,485 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Cochin International Airport. Return flights start at ر.ق. 2,809. These fares may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to COK, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Cochin International Airport (COK)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to visit Kochi. August is when most people book flights from Chicago to Cochin International Airport (COK), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
When booking your Chicago to COK flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Kochi, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Cochin International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC.
More about Kochi
Start your Kochi trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Cochin International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Kochi Biennale Foundation and Kochi Muziris Biennale are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Kochi travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Vembanad Lake.
Explore more of India
Tirunelveli is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Kochi. Around 209 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), Mahadeva Swami Temple and ISKCON Tirunelveli.
Coimbatore is another essential stop in India and is around 113 kilometres north-east of Kochi. No journey is complete without experiencing Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial.
