Kochi to New Delhi (COK–DEL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
COK–DEL is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Air India, IndiGo and Air India Express lead the route. The flight covers 1,273 miles in approximately 3h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Air India Also: ET, LH, LO, LX, OZ, SV | 41 | 32N | 3h20-3h25 | – | Star Alliance | ET, LH, LO, LX, OZ, SV |
| 6E IndiGo Also: JL, KL, QF, VS | 15 | 32Q | 3h15-3h30 | – | – | JL, KL, QF, VS |
| IX Air India Express | 14 | 7M8 | 3h20 | – | – | – |
| SG SpiceJet | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New Delhi from Kochi
| Metric | COK→DEL | CCJ→DEL | CJB→DEL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from COK | – | 74 mi | 75 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 146 | 14 | 42 |
| Flight time | 3h 25m | 3h 5m | 2h 55m |
Travel Essentials
COK: IST · DEL: IST
When it's 6:00 PM in Kochi, it's 6:00 PM in New Delhi.
Airport Express Metro from T3 to New Delhi Railway Station (18–20 min, ₹60) runs 5am–11:30pm. T1 (domestic departures) has a free shuttle to T3 for the metro. Prepaid taxi booths in arrivals offer fixed fares; the New Delhi railway area is ₹400–600.Ola and Uber are reliable from DEL and often cheaper than prepaid taxis. Delhi traffic is severe; plan 60–90 minutes for surface transport during peak hours even though the airport is only 15 km from Connaught Place. NH-48 expressway provides the main access road.
Semi-arid climate with extreme seasonal variation. Summers (April–June) are extremely hot (38–46°C). Heat affects ground crew capacity but flights operate normally. Monsoon season (July–September) brings heavy rain and severe thunderstorms that frequently cause delays and diversions. Dust storms (andhi) precede monsoon onset in May–June and reduce visibility to near zero within minutes.
Dense fog is the most disruptive winter condition. December and January bring persistent cold fog (5–10°C with near-zero visibility) that can shut down operations for hours each morning. Delhi is one of the foggiest major airports in Asia during this period. Autumn (October–November) and spring (February–March) are the most flight-stable windows.
COK–DEL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from COK to DEL
Cochin International Airport (COK) and Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) are connected by nonstop service from Air India, IndiGo, Air India Express and SpiceJet. With 146 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
COK to DEL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from COK to DEL is about 3 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,273 miles (2,048 km). There are approximately 146 weekly flights outbound and 171 return, totaling 317 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Pune, Kempegowda and Sardar Vallabh Patel. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Calicut (CCJ), Coimbatore (CJB) and Madurai (IXM).