Travelling from Veer Surendra Sai Airport (JRG) to Cochin International Airport (COK): what you need to know
Jharsuguda and Kochi follow the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
To ensure you catch your JRG to COK flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Veer Surendra Sai Airport to Cochin International Airport. Many passengers pass through Kempegowda International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Veer Surendra Sai Airport (JRG) to Cochin International Airport (COK)
At the moment, $165 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Veer Surendra Sai Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $318. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JRG to COK if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Veer Surendra Sai Airport to Cochin International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Veer Surendra Sai Airport (JRG)
Veer Surendra Sai Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Jharsuguda. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near JRG. Whether you're catching an early flight from Veer Surendra Sai Airport to Cochin International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Cochin International Airport (COK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Veer Surendra Sai Airport to Cochin International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near COK instead:
Grab a Cochin International Airport rental car and visit the lesser-known spots that'll make your trip unforgettable. Avis and Europcar can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Kochi and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Cochin International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cochin International Airport (COK) to central Kochi
Cochin International Airport to central Kochi has a drive time of about 1 hour. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Cochin International Airport (COK)
August is the busiest month for flights from Veer Surendra Sai Airport to Cochin International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Kochi in April.
Before locking in your flight from Veer Surendra Sai Airport to Cochin International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Kochi, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JRG to COK in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've seen Kochi, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Travel about 370 kilometres north-east to Bengaluru to check off its top attractions. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 209 kilometres south-east of Kochi, Tirunelveli is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.