Flying from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Kigali International Airport (KGL): what you need to know
The timezone in Kigali is UTC+2, which is three hours 30 minutes behind Kochi.
To ensure you get on your COK to KGL flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Traveling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Cochin International Airport to Kigali International Airport. Hamad International Airport is a top stopover on the COK to KGL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Right now, $1,049 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cochin International Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $810. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from COK to KGL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport to Kigali International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from COK to KGL.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cochin International Airport to Kigali International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cochin International Airport (COK)
Of all flights departing from Cochin International Airport, 78.29% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Cochin International Airport from central Kochi, it takes around 1 hour by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near COK? If you've booked an early flight from Cochin International Airport to Kigali International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cochin International Airport to Kigali International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KGL instead:
Travel farther out of Kigali and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own wheels. You can book a Kigali International Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Green Motion.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Kigali International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to central Kigali
Kigali International Airport is roughly 11 kilometers from central Kigali. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Cochin International Airport to Kigali International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Kigali in April.
Lock in your flight from Cochin International Airport to Kigali International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Kigali during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from COK to KGL in May if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Rwanda
Kigali is just a glimpse of what Rwanda offers. Extend your adventure to Butare, which is around 80 kilometers away to the south-west. From Ngoma Genocide Memorial to Chapel, there's plenty to discover in this popular city.
Your trip through Rwanda wouldn't be complete without a stop in Gitarama. Muhanga Design center and Paroisse Saint André Gitarama are highlights in this destination, which is around 40 kilometers south-west of Kigali.
