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Cheapest return fare
$959
Typical prices: $966-$1,278
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Tue 6/10Mon 19/10
MEL - COK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$523
Typical prices: $582-$823
Etihad Airways
Tue 17/11
MEL - COK • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne and Kochi. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,542 (return)
Shortest trip • 15h 22m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 10% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Kochi (MEL-COK)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Kochi

Tue, 6 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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01:30 - 22:00MEL  Melbourne-COK Kochi
26h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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22:40 - 00:15COK  Kochi-MEL Melbourne
20h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$959Multiple Airlines
Tue, 6 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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01:30 - 22:00MEL  Melbourne-COK Kochi
26h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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22:40 - 00:15COK  Kochi-MEL Melbourne
20h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$960Multiple Airlines
Fri, 12 Feb - Mon, 8 Mar
Singapore Airlines Logo
07:00 - 23:55MEL  Melbourne-COK Kochi
22h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
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22:55 - 05:45COK  Kochi-MEL Melbourne
25h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,023Singapore Airlines
Fri, 9 Oct - Thu, 26 Nov
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17:10 - 09:15MEL  Melbourne-COK Kochi
21h 35m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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16:15 - 16:00COK  Kochi-MEL Melbourne
18h 15m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,052SriLankan Airlines
Thu, 18 Feb - Mon, 8 Mar
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17:30 - 15:15MEL  Melbourne-COK Kochi
27h 15m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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16:15 - 05:40COK  Kochi-MEL Melbourne
31h 55m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,059SriLankan Airlines
Sat, 20 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:35 - 22:05MEL  Melbourne-COK Kochi
17h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
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00:45 - 05:45COK  Kochi-MEL Melbourne
23h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,063Singapore Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
Air India Logo
02:30 - 09:20MEL  Melbourne-COK Kochi
36h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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19:35 - 07:30COK  Kochi-MEL Melbourne
30h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$1,074Air India
Tue, 8 Sep - Sat, 12 Sep
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01:30 - 15:20MEL  Melbourne-COK Kochi
18h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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21:05 - 19:40COK  Kochi-MEL Melbourne
18h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$1,115Air India
Thu, 5 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Malaysia Airlines Logo
00:30 - 23:35MEL  Melbourne-COK Kochi
28h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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00:35 - 20:45COK  Kochi-MEL Melbourne
14h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,130Malaysia Airlines
Sat, 6 Feb - Fri, 12 Feb
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08:45 - 23:35MEL  Melbourne-COK Kochi
20h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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00:35 - 23:50COK  Kochi-MEL Melbourne
41h 45m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Perth
$1,434Malaysia Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Kochi flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to Kochi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Kochi?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Kochi from Melbourne Airport usually cost between $1,124 and $1,512 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $959 on Multiple Airlines (6 Oct–19 Oct).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kochi (Cochin)?

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Kochi (Cochin) is October, where tickets cost $1,090 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,910 and $1,565 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kochi (Cochin)?

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Kochi (Cochin), you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$522
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (46% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne to Kochi (Cochin)

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FAQs for booking Melbourne to Kochi (Cochin) flights

  • What special assistance is available to passengers with reduced mobility in Melbourne Airport?

    Melbourne Airport has disabled parking bays at the entrances to all its terminals. We advise you to contact your airline 48h before your flight, if possible, to arrange any equipment that you may need. If you cannot walk, the staff will offer you a plastic chair to sit on for the screening process, or you can choose to have a pat down search as well. Personal wheelchairs and walking aids will need to be screened as well. You can find priority seating throughout the terminals and at the departure gates.

  • What are the options for travelling to Kochi city centre from Kochi Airport?

    There are a few options to travel to Kochi city centre from Cochin International Airport, including taxis, auto rickshaws, buses, and trains. A taxi will cost you about ₹45 (A$ 0.80) and the journey will take about 40min. Pre-paid taxis are a good option as well, as they are booked for a fixed price. Another option is to take an auto rickshaw to Airport Junction, then take a bus to Fort Cochi. The bus will cost around ₹18 (A$ 0.30) but journey times may vary between 1–2h. For the metro, you will need to take a bus or an auto rickshaw to Aluvia Station, which is 12 km from the airport, then take the metro to Maharajas stop, which is sometimes called Maharajas College. The metro takes about 30min and costs about ₹50 (A$ 0.90).

  • What’s the checked luggage allowance for economy-class flights to Kochi?

    Your checked luggage allowance will depend on the package and airline you select for your flights. For example, Singapore Airlines typically offers one 25 kg bag, whereas low-cost carriers like Jetstar and AirAsia generally don’t include checked luggage in the base fare.

  • Do I need a visa to fly from Melbourne to Kochi?

    Australian citizens must obtain a visa to visit India. For tourism, business or medical purposes, you may be able to get an e-visa online; otherwise, you can contact your nearest Indian Embassy. It’s essential to organise this in advance. You must also have a valid passport with a blank page available for your visa and at least one more for entry and exit stamps.

  • Where can I have a stopover between Melbourne and Kochi?

    Airlines servicing flights between Melbourne and Kochi generally stop at least once, in their hub cities. So if you’d like to stop in Singapore, look for flights with Singapore Airlines. Air India flights generally stop in Delhi, while SriLankan Airlines flights stop in Colombo.

  • What should I know about self-transfer flights from Melbourne to Kochi?

    Some cheap flights from Melbourne to Kochi involve self-transfer, meaning you must collect and recheck your luggage at your stopover airport and go through security again. This can work for some passengers. However, it’s important to note that some of the cheaper fares with airlines like Scoot and AirAsia don’t allow you to add checked luggage at all, even for a fee, as they have self-transfers and short transit times. 

  • What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Kochi (Cochin)?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kochi (Cochin) was $522 for a one-way ticket and $959 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to Kochi (Cochin)?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Kochi (Cochin)?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Melbourne and Kochi (Cochin), with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to Kochi (Cochin) from Melbourne?

    Kuala Lumpur is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Melbourne to Kochi (Cochin).

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to Kochi (Cochin), Singapore Airlines or Emirates?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Kochi (Cochin) are Singapore Airlines and Emirates. With an average price for the route of $1,294 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,636 and an overall rating of 8.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Kochi (Cochin)?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Kochi (Cochin).

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Kochi (Cochin)?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kochi (Cochin) from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Kochi (Cochin)?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Kochi (Cochin) with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Kochi (Cochin)?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Kochi (Cochin) from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne Airport to Kochi (Cochin)

  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) has 4 terminals. Terminal 2 is where international flights tend to depart from, while Terminal 3 is where Virgin Australia operates. Terminals 1, 2 and 3 are all in the same building, and while there are no shuttle bus connections to Terminal 4, there is a walkway for pedestrians that will take you there in less than 15min. If you need assistance moving between terminals, you should contact the airport directly.
  • Kochi Airport is commonly known as Cochin International Airport (COK), and it is located about 28 km northeast of Kochi city centre. Cochin International Airport is a hub for Air India and IndiGo.
  • There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Cochin International Airport, but Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways offer some multi-stop options for this flight path.
  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is a hub for Qantas and Virgin Australia and a home base for Jetstar. Kochi’s Cochin International Airport (COK) is a hub for Air India and SpiceJet.
  • India doesn’t have specific child car seat laws in place. However, when travelling between the airport and your accommodation in Kochi, it is highly recommended to use a rear-facing car seat for infants and a forward-facing seat for children weighing between 8 kg and 20 kg.

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