Cochin International Airport (COK)

International passengers disembarking at Terminal 3 move sequentially through passport control, baggage collection, and customs inspection before entering the public arrival concourse.

• Follow signage from the arrival gate towards the immigration hall in Terminal 3.
• Present your passport, printed e-Visa or visa document, and entry documentation at the immigration counters.
• Proceed to the baggage reclaim area to collect checked luggage from assigned carousels.
• Clear customs via the Green Channel if carrying non-dutiable personal items, or the Red Channel if carrying reportable goods or currency above mandatory thresholds.
• Exit into the arrivals hall where pre-paid taxi booking counters, currency exchange, and transit desks are located.

• Taxi

  Pre-paid Taxi

  Official prepaid taxi counters operate inside the arrivals hall. Payment is made at the desk before exiting to the driver stand.

  Tijd:

  roughly 45-75 minutes depending on traffic

  Gemiddelde kosten:

  typically INR 800 - INR 1,400

• Ritdelen

  App-Based Rideshare (Uber / Ola)

  Rideshare pickups are arranged via mobile app and take place at designated pickup points outside the terminal complex.

  Tijd:

  roughly 45-75 minutes depending on traffic

  Gemiddelde kosten:

  typically INR 700 - INR 1,200

• Bus

  KSRTC Public Bus

  State buses connect the airport with Aluva Metro Station and Ernakulam city centre from designated stops outside the terminals.

  Tijd:

  roughly 60-90 minutes

  Gemiddelde kosten:

  typically INR 50 - INR 250

• Trein

  Feeder Bus + Kochi Metro

  Take a short feeder bus or taxi (~12 km) to Aluva Metro Station, followed by a Kochi Metro train into central Ernakulam.

  Tijd:

  roughly 60-80 minutes overall

  Gemiddelde kosten:

  typically INR 60 - INR 120 combined

Transfers between domestic and international flights require moving between separate terminal buildings within the airport complex.

• Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 are located within walking distance along a covered precinct pathway.
• Passengers transferring from international to domestic flights must clear immigration, retrieve baggage, and check in at Terminal 1.
• Allow at least 2.5 to 3 hours for self-transfers between international and domestic services.

Complimentary Wi-Fi access is available across the passenger terminals via a mobile verification portal.

• Connect to the official airport Wi-Fi network on your device.
• Enter a mobile phone number capable of receiving an SMS passkey.
• Passengers without roaming mobile service can request assistance at the main information desks.

Currency exchange desks and cash machines are situated in both arrival and departure zones.

• Automated teller machines (ATMs) accepting international debit and credit cards are situated in the arrivals hall.
• Official foreign exchange counters operate before and after customs clearance areas.
• Card payments are widely accepted at major airport outlets, though local transport and small vendors require cash in Indian Rupees (INR).

Dining facilities offering regional Indian cuisine and international options are present in all public and airside zones.

• Food courts in Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 provide hot meals, fast food, and regional Kerala dishes.
• Cafes serving hot beverages and quick snacks operate 24 hours a day in main landside areas.
• Airside departure concourses feature a broader selection of sit-down and grab-and-go food outlets.

Premium lounge facilities operate in the departure areas of Terminal 1 and Terminal 3.

• Lounges provide air-conditioned seating, refreshments, Wi-Fi, and charging points.
• Entry is available to eligible class passengers, select lounge membership cardholders, or via paid walk-in access.
• Terminal 3 lounges are situated post-security in the international departures wing.

Short-stay transit rooms and full-service accommodation options operate adjacent to the airport precinct.

• Airport guest rooms and transit suites operate close to the terminal complex.
• Multiple commercial hotels are situated within a 5-10 minute drive along the main airport access road.
• Passengers needing overnight accommodation should book in advance during peak tourist months.

Baggage trolleys, left luggage storage, and assistance desks are located inside the terminal buildings.

• Baggage trolleys are available free of charge in the arrival reclaim halls.
• Left luggage and cloakroom services are available near the terminal concourse for short-term storage.
• For missing or damaged luggage, approach the airline ground handler desk located in the arrivals hall.

Standard family facilities are accessible in major public and airside sections of the airport.

• Dedicated baby care rooms equipped with changing tables are situated near principal toilet blocks.
• Priority lanes at security screening are available for families travelling with infants.

• Free Wi-Fi
• Pre-paid Taxi Desk
• ATMs
• Currency Exchange
• Left Luggage / Cloakroom
• Executive Lounges
• Baby Care Rooms
• Medical First Aid Room

Lokaal noodnummer: 112

• 112 is the primary national emergency number in India for police, fire, and medical response.
• A 24/7 medical room with qualified personnel operates inside the airport for emergency first aid.
• In case of lost travel documents, report immediately to the airport police station and inform your country's embassy or high commission.

• Controleer de geldigheid van je paspoort en eventuele visa, ETA of vereiste inreisverklaringen.
• Controleer de dag voor vertrek de juiste vertrekterminal op je boardingpass.
• Activeer een reist-eSIM zodat je direct online bent zodra je landt.
• Download offline kaarten en maak een screenshot van je hoteladres en boekingsreferentie.
• Laat je bank weten dat je op reis gaat en neem een reservebetaalkaart mee.
• Sla het lokale noodnummer en het contact van je ambassade op in je telefoon.
• Fotografeer je paspoort en bewaar de kopie op een plek waar je offline bij kunt.
• Controleer de bagagevrijstelling en eventuele verboden artikelen voor je bestemming.

Luchthavenactiviteiten kunnen wijzigen. Bevestig terminals, tarieven en dienstregelingen altijd met de onderstaande officiële bronnen voordat je reist.

• Cochin International Airport Official WebsiteOfficiële luchthavenbron
• Indian e-Visa Portal - Bureau of ImmigrationOverheidsbron
• Central Board of Indirect Taxes and CustomsOverheidsbron
• Kochi Metro Rail LimitedOfficiële ov-bron
• Kerala State Road Transport CorporationOfficiële ov-bron