Mumbai to Kochi Flights: Duration, Airlines & Fares

Quick answer

Mumbai to Kochi is a non-stop flight of about 1 hour 55 minutes, roughly 1,060 km. IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air fly it several times a day into Cochin International (COK). One-way fares start near ₹4,000 booked 3–6 weeks ahead outside holidays. It's domestic, so a government photo ID is all you need.

Route facts

Flight time: 1h 55m
Distance: ≈ 1,060 km
Starting fare: ₹4,000 one-way
Airlines: IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air
Cheapest months: Jun–Jul and Feb–Mar
Entry: Domestic — government photo ID only

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) to Cochin International Airport (COK). Fares are typical starting one-way economy prices booked 3–6 weeks ahead outside peak dates — live prices vary by the hour.

Which airlines fly Mumbai to Kochi?

IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air all fly non-stop, with departures from early morning to late night. In Kochi, domestic flights use Terminal 1; Terminal 3 is for international flights. Non-stops are frequent, so there's no reason to connect.

Best flight timings

For a Kerala holiday, take a morning flight that lands before noon. That leaves time to drive to Munnar (3.5–4 hours) or Alleppey (2–2.5 hours) before dark. The ghat road to Munnar is narrow and winding, and best avoided at night.

Baggage: full-service vs low-cost

IndiGo, Akasa and Air India Express include 15 kg checked and 7 kg cabin on standard fares, with food for sale. Air India includes a meal. If you plan to bring back spices, tea or banana chips, add 5 kg of pre-paid baggage when booking; it's cheaper than paying excess at the airport.

Getting from Kochi airport

The airport is at Nedumbassery, about 30 km north of Ernakulam and 42 km from Fort Kochi. A taxi to Ernakulam takes 45–60 minutes and costs ₹1,000–1,400; to Fort Kochi, 1–1.5 hours and ₹1,500–2,000. A car to Munnar costs about ₹3,500–4,500 and to Alleppey ₹2,500–3,000. KSRTC airport buses are cheaper but slow.

When to book

Book 3–6 weeks ahead; for Onam, Christmas and New Year, about 8 weeks. June–July (monsoon) and February–March are usually cheapest. May is busy, as Malayali families in Mumbai fly home for the school holidays.

Tips for families and seniors

Request wheelchair help when booking. Kerala's humidity is tiring for older travellers, so keep the first afternoon free. Carry motion-sickness tablets for the hill drive to Munnar.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the Mumbai to Kochi flight?

About 1 hour 50 minutes to 2 hours non-stop. With airport time and the drive from Cochin International to Ernakulam, allow about 5 hours door to door, more if you're heading straight to Munnar or Alleppey.

How far is Kochi airport from Fort Kochi?

About 42 km, which takes 1 to 1.5 hours by taxi depending on traffic and costs ₹1,500–2,000. Ernakulam city is closer, about 30 km or 45–60 minutes. Book a morning arrival if you're continuing to the hills the same day.

When is the cheapest time to fly Mumbai to Kochi?

June–July and February–March usually have the lowest fares. Prices rise for Onam (late August or September), Christmas, New Year and the May school holidays, when many Malayali families in Mumbai travel home.

Can I fly Mumbai to Kochi and go straight to Munnar?

Yes, if you land by early afternoon. Munnar is 3.5–4 hours by road from the airport, and the last stretch is a winding ghat road best driven in daylight. With a late flight, sleep in Kochi and leave the next morning.

How we checked this page

Last reviewed 28 October 2026

Written and fact-checked by the Elitech Travels editorial desk in New Delhi, drawing on our consultants' day-to-day booking work and the official sources below. Rules, fares and fees change — always confirm anything critical with the issuing authority before you travel. Our editorial policy.