Cochin Airport (COK), officially Cochin International Airport, is the airport for Kochi in Kerala, India. It is at Nedumbassery in Ernakulam district. Scheduled domestic passengers use Terminal 1 and international passengers use Terminal 3; Terminal 2 is the Business Jet Terminal. When arranging an airport journey, start with the domestic or international terminal on the booking and check where the driver should drop you off.

Terminals at Cochin Airport

Terminal 1: domestic travel

Flights within India use Terminal 1. Check the terminal on your e-ticket, then follow your airline's baggage and check-in instructions. The name Cochin and the city name Kochi refer to the same airport in flight searches; look for COK when selecting your journey.

Terminal 3: international travel

International flights use Terminal 3. The ground level contains arrivals and baggage reclaim, while arrival immigration is on the second level. Departure check-in and emigration are on the third level, and the fourth level contains the departure security hold area. If someone is collecting you, agree to meet after you have completed the arrival formalities and collected your bags.

Terminal 2 and airline details

The Business Jet Terminal serves domestic and international business jet operations. For a scheduled passenger journey, the domestic or international T1/T3 split is the useful starting point. Air India is among the airlines operating at Cochin Airport; use the airline and flight details on your booking to confirm your own departure arrangements.

Transport and parking at Cochin Airport

Metro connection through Aluva

A metro feeder bus connects the airport with Aluva Metro station. This journey involves a road transfer before you join the metro, so consider both legs when planning your arrival at the airport. Check the bus and metro departure options for your travel day, especially if you need an early or late connection.

Prepaid taxis and public buses

Prepaid taxis are available at the airport counter. Give your destination when arranging the ride and confirm the collection instructions before leaving the terminal. Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) public buses also serve the airport. Choose a bus by its destination, then work out how to reach your final address from the stop.

Terminal car parks

Terminals 1 and 3 have solar-roofed car parking. Decide which terminal you need before driving into the airport, whether you are departing or collecting a passenger. Review the parking conditions for your intended stay and keep the vehicle details available for the return journey.

Facilities inside Cochin Airport

Lounges and luggage storage

Passenger lounges offer another place to wait before your flight. Check admission with the lounge, as access depends on the arrangement you use. A cloakroom service provides luggage storage at Cochin Airport. Ask about acceptance conditions and collection arrangements before leaving bags there, and keep the items you need for your journey with you.

Food, shopping and prayer rooms

Restaurants and shops are available at the airport. Terminal 3's departure security hold area has dining, while its international arrival and departure areas have duty-free shopping. Prayer rooms are on the Terminal 3 departure facility level. Follow the terminal signs when looking for a facility, so you remain on the correct side of the departure or arrival process.

Smoking area and medical assistance

Terminal 3 has a smoking lounge in the departure security hold area. Use the designated smoking area and follow the signs within the terminal. Medical care is also available at Cochin Airport; ask airport staff for help locating assistance if needed.

Flights and flight schedule at Cochin Airport

The fare cards let you compare flights for your chosen dates. The schedule tables show upcoming departures and arrivals by date, airline and time. Open an itinerary to review the airport code and any connections before deciding which option fits your trip.

For updates to a booked journey, use the flight status page and your airline's messages. Compare flights on Traveloka, then arrange your transfer around the terminal and check-in details on the booking.