How to travel from Delhi to Kochi, India

The distance between Delhi and Kochi is around 2,106km (1,308 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Delhi to Kochi by plane, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out KochiDelhi if you're planning a return trip.

🚀 Fastest
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plane
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Fly

Fly from Delhi (DEL) to Kochi (COK).

  • Duration4hrs
  • Flight time3h 10m
  • Typical cost
    ₹10,825($135)
Operated by

Vistara

+ 3 others

1 similiar route

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💰 Cheapest
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train
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Train

Take the train to Ernakulam Jn.

  • Duration1 day 19h
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,195($15)
Operated by

Indian Railways

3
car
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Drive

Drive to Kochi.

  • Duration1 day 11h
  • Distance2,535km (1,575 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Delhi and Kochi

There are several options for getting from Delhi to Kochi by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,195 ($15) and will take around 1 day 19h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹10,825 ($135).

The distance between Delhi and Kochi is around 2,106km (1,308 miles).

It takes around 4hrs to get from Delhi and Kochi by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 11h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Delhi to Kochi is to fly which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx ₹10,825 ($135).

The cheapest way to travel between Delhi and Kochi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,195 ($15) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Delhi and Kochi. It typically takes around 1 day 19h and departs 3 times a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Delhi and Kochi with no changeovers required. The train runs 3 times a week and takes 1 day 19h.

Indian Railways run train services between Delhi and Kochi. Trains depart 3 times a week and will take around 1 day 19h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Delhi and Kochi. We recommend that you fly from Delhi (DEL) to Kochi (COK). instead which will take 4hrs.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Delhi and Kochi. Flights depart from Delhi (DEL) and arrive at Kochi (COK). The flight takes around 3h 10m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Delhi and Kochi with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 3h 10m.

Vistara, AirAsia India, IndiGo Airlines and Air India Limited fly between Delhi and Kochi. Flights depart from Delhi (DEL) and and arrive into Kochi (COK). These flights usually take around 3h 10m.

The flight from Delhi to Kochi typically takes around 3h 10m. Flights depart from Delhi (DEL) and and arrive into Kochi (COK).

The closest major airport to Kochi is Cochin International Airport (COK) (COK) which is approximately 28km (18 miles) from Kochi. Calicut International Airport (CCJ) (CCJ) and Coimbatore Airport (CJB) (CJB) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Delhi and Kochi. The distance is around 2,535km (1,575 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 11h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Delhi to Kochi is to fly which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around ₹10,825 ($135).

How do I get from Delhi to Kochi

Compare travel optionsbetween Delhi and Kochi

Transport options from Delhi to Kochi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4hrs
₹10,825($135)
every 10 mins2,106km (1,308 miles)
Plane and Train7h 35m
₹8,595($110)
every 4 hours2,184km (1,357 miles)
Train
1 day 19h
₹1,195($15)
3 times a week2,636km (1,638 miles)
Drive
1 day 11h
₹23,795($300)
on demand2,535km (1,575 miles)

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Airports near Kochi

The following major airports near Kochi offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

COK
Cochin International Airport (COK)
International Airport
Distance
28km (18 miles) from Kochi
CCJ
Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
International Airport
Distance
139km (86 miles) from Kochi
CJB
Coimbatore Airport (CJB)
International Airport
Distance
149km (92 miles) from Kochi