Flying from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Kankesanturai Airport (JAF): what you need to know
Jaffna's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Kochi.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your COK to JAF flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Kankesanturai Airport (JAF)
£98 is the lowest price for a one-way Cochin International Airport to Kankesanturai Airport flight. Return flights start from £195. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from COK to JAF if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport to Kankesanturai Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from COK to JAF.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cochin International Airport to Kankesanturai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cochin International Airport (COK)
Of all flights leaving Cochin International Airport, 78.29% land on time at their destination.
To reach Cochin International Airport from central Kochi, it'll take about 1 hour if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 25 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 50 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Cochin International Airport to Kankesanturai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to COK:
Arriving at Kankesanturai Airport (JAF)
If you have a late Cochin International Airport to Kankesanturai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near JAF:
Getting from Kankesanturai Airport (JAF) to central Jaffna
Kankesanturai Airport is approximately 12 miles from central Jaffna. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Kankesanturai Airport (JAF)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Cochin International Airport to Kankesanturai Airport. May is the busiest month to head to Jaffna. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Cochin International Airport to Kankesanturai Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Jaffna, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from COK to JAF in January. Temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Jaffna has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered. Around 190 miles south of Jaffna, a trip to Colombo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park.
Moratuwa is another essential stop in Sri Lanka and is around 200 miles south of Jaffna. No trip is complete without seeing Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
