Flying from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA): what you need to know
Kochi and Vijayawada share the UTC+5:30 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
To ensure you get on your COK to VGA flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cochin International Airport to Vijayawada Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between COK and VGA:
Kempegowda International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
£38 is currently the best price for a one-way Cochin International Airport to Vijayawada Airport flight. A return flight starts at £85. These fares can change based on demand.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from COK to VGA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Cochin International Airport to Vijayawada Airport.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cochin International Airport to Vijayawada Airport.
Handy information about Cochin International Airport (COK)
Of all flights departing from Cochin International Airport, 78.29% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Cochin International Airport from central Kochi, it'll take around 1 hour by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 25 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Cochin International Airport to Vijayawada Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to COK:
Arriving at Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
Consider booking a hotel near VGA if you're catching a late Cochin International Airport to Vijayawada Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to central Vijayawada
From Vijayawada Airport, Vijayawada is approximately 11 miles away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Vijayawada Airport (VGA)
The quietest month for a flight from Cochin International Airport to Vijayawada Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Vijayawada based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Vijayawada is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Book your flights from Cochin International Airport to Vijayawada Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from COK to VGA in January. Temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Chennai is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen Vijayawada. Around 240 miles away to the south, popular attractions include Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.
Hyderabad is another sought-after destination in India and is around 160 miles north-west of Vijayawada. No journey is complete without seeing Charminar, Golconda Fort and GOLKONDA FORT.