Fly to Kochi

On flights to Kochi from Abu Dhabi, you will be arriving in one of the most densely populated town areas of Kerala state with a bustling commercial port.

Formerly known as Cochin, Kochi is also the financial capital of Kerala.

Kochi is spread over three main locations: Fort Cochin (Kochi) on a promontory to the west, the large man-made Willingdon Island and Ernakulam across the causeway. Kochi is popular for tourists as it lacks much of the begging and poverty that can be found in other areas of India.  

Straddling a peninsula and islands on India's Malabar coast, Kochi developed as a spice trade port. Arab, Jewish and Chinese settlers, as well as Portuguese, Dutch and British colonists, have all left their mark here. Kochi is the seat of the Latin church of Kerala and has many Catholic churches and followers.



Plan your itinerary well before taking flights to Kochi from Abu Dhabi as there is much to do.

There are several old churches that may be visited along with mosques, temples and even a synagogue.
Enjoy the photogenic spectacle of Keralan fishermen operating their Chinese fishing nets on the north shore of Fort Cochin. Explore the alleyways and godowns (spice warehouses) of historic Jew Town.

The synagogue here dates from the 16th century.
Take a boat trip along the tranquil Kuttanad backwaters just south of Kochi, exploring waterside fishing villages and watching coir (coconut fibre) making.

A visit to the 16th-century Mattancherry Palace is a must those arriving on flights to Kochi from Abu Dhabi. The Palace was built by the Portuguese and given to the Raja of Kochi before eventually being taken over by the Dutch.

Flights to Kochi from Abu Dhabi
Etihad offers frequent flights to Kochi from Abu Dhabi. Book flights to Kochi from Abu Dhabi.

Fly from Abu Dhabi

Etihad offers frequent flights to Kochi from Abu Dhabi, the largest of the seven Emirates that make up the UAE.

The city of the same name is the captivating capital of the country.

You can experience year-round sunshine, pristine beaches, spectacular sand dunes and a pulsating cosmopolitan lifestyle in Abu Dhabi.

The heart of this vibrant city lies just 32km east of Abu Dhabi International Airport on an island that sticks out into the bath-warm waters of the Arabian Gulf.

With its fortuitous location at the crossroads of east and west, Abu Dhabi is as appealing to travellers as a destination in its own right or as a welcome stopover point for those on flights to Kochi from Abu Dhabi who began their journey in North America, Europe or other parts of the world.












Once Abu Dhabi was just a destination for business travellers, but today it is fast becoming a favourite stop-off for savvy holiday makers who appreciate its unbeatable mix of old and new, fabulous beaches and resorts, wildlife attractions and world-beating theme parks.

Known around the world for its huge oil reserves and fondness of its heritage, Abu Dhabi epitomises modern Arabia.

Before taking flights to Kochi from Abu Dhabi, be sure to visit the exuberant seven-star Emirates Palace Hotel, the majestic Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Ferrari World theme park, the historic garden city of Al Ain, the dunes of Liwa, as well as a number of museums, souqs and malls to visit.

Read our top ten things to do in Abu Dhabi guide for more ideas of what to do here.

Kochi Airport

On flights to Kochi from Abu Dhabi, you will land at Cochin International Airport, also known as Nedumbassery Airport and CIAL.

Located at Nedumbassery, near Kochi, Cochin Airport is the largest and busiest airport in Kerala.

Cochin Airport handled 3.9 million passengers in 2009-10. The airport currently handles around 799 aircraft per week with 10,800 passengers each day.

The airport pioneered the concept of private investment in the Indian airport sector by incorporating it as a public limited company.

There are there terminals at Cochin Airport for cargo, domestic flights and international flights.

Premium class guests arriving on flights to Kochi from Abu Dhabi on Etihad Airways can make use of the Oberoi Lounge.

• Airport Code – COK
• Airport Name – Cochin International Airport
• City - Kochi
• Country – India
• Country Abbrev - IN
• Time Zone – GMT +5.5
• Telephone +91-484-2610125

Abu Dhabi Airport

 When you take off on flights to Kochi from Abu Dhabi Airport you will be leaving from Terminal 3, Etihad Airway’s elegant and purpose-built terminal. Our Etihad Diamond First Class and Pearl Business Class lounges offer a world of comfort, style and convenience to our premium passengers.

The airport is the gateway to the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE. On-going redevelopment work at Abu Dhabi airport has significantly enhanced the experience for passengers and has allowed Etihad to increase the number of its flights to Kochi from Abu Dhabi in addition to other destinations.

Terminal 3 at Abu Dhabi airport was opened in February 2009, increasing the airport's passenger handling capacity from five to 12 million passengers a year.

The first phase of a Midfield Terminal Complex is due for completion in the next few years and will take the airport's handling capacity to 20 million passengers. Abu Dhabi airport will be capable of handling 40 million passengers by 2030, when the project is completed.

• Airport Code: AUH
• Airport Name: Abu Dhabi International Airport
• City: Abu Dhabi
• Country: United Arab Emirates
• Country Abbrev: AE
• Time zone: GMT +4
• Telephone: +971 2-5757500