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Cheapest return flight
£861
Typical prices: £699-£1,130
Etihad Airways
Thu 25/10Fri 2/11
SFO - COK • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£493
Typical prices: £413-£781
Air India
Sun 9/12
SFO - COK • 2 stops
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Kochi. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 35% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg £718 (return)
Shortest trip • 22h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Kochi (SFO-COK)

 
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Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Kochi

Sun, 25 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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22:56 - 14:05SFO  San Francisco-COK Kochi
50h 39m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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22:05 - 19:35COK  Kochi-SFO San Francisco
35h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
£861Etihad Airways
Sat, 3 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
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08:06 - 08:10SFO  San Francisco-COK Kochi
59h 34m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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04:20 - 20:55COK  Kochi-SFO San Francisco
29h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
£869Etihad Airways
Mon, 18 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
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23:40 - 19:50SFO  San Francisco-COK Kochi
30h 40m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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10:20 - 13:44COK  Kochi-SFO San Francisco
40h 54m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
£876Etihad Airways
Mon, 19 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
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23:59 - 03:00SFO  San Francisco-COK Kochi
38h 31m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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22:05 - 20:55COK  Kochi-SFO San Francisco
36h 20m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
£881Etihad Airways
Sun, 17 Jan - Tue, 13 Apr
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23:40 - 19:50SFO  San Francisco-COK Kochi
30h 40m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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10:30 - 16:30COK  Kochi-SFO San Francisco
42h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
£882Etihad Airways
Wed, 21 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
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08:07 - 08:10SFO  San Francisco-COK Kochi
59h 33m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:30 - 20:55COK  Kochi-SFO San Francisco
41h 55m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
£884Etihad Airways
Wed, 21 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
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08:07 - 03:00SFO  San Francisco-COK Kochi
54h 23m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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10:20 - 21:55COK  Kochi-SFO San Francisco
48h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
£888Etihad Airways
Tue, 13 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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15:55 - 02:45SFO  San Francisco-COK Kochi
22h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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04:15 - 13:35COK  Kochi-SFO San Francisco
21h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£891Qatar Airways
Mon, 5 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct
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16:20 - 02:45SFO  San Francisco-COK Kochi
21h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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16:30 - 13:35COK  Kochi-SFO San Francisco
33h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£894Qatar Airways
Sat, 23 Jan - Fri, 16 Apr
Oman Air Logo
15:00 - 07:20SFO  San Francisco-COK Kochi
50h 50m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Muscat Seeb
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08:30 - 13:35COK  Kochi-SFO San Francisco
41h 35m2 stops Muscat Seeb Doha Hamad Intl
£896Oman Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for San Francisco to Kochi flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Francisco to Kochi with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from San Francisco to Kochi?

Return flights from San Francisco to Kochi start at £861. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £699 to £1,130. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £861 on Etihad Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Kochi?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Kochi and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Kochi?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Kochi at £586 return.
•December (£1,235) and June (£1,022) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 110% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Francisco to Kochi the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Kochi are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Kochi

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on COK

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Key details for San Francisco to Kochi flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£493
Best time to beat the crowds (35% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (14% more expensive on average)
Flights from San Francisco to Kochi

When to book flights from San Francisco to Kochi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Kochi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Francisco to Kochi flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Is there a place to sleep at Cochin International Airport?

    COK has provided five dayrooms in the domestic terminal that passengers can rent. Eastend Airport Suites has 14 guest rooms you can also rent by the hour or overnight. This establishment is between the domestic arrivals and the international departures area. Hotel Royal Wings, Courtyard Kochi Airport, Flora Airport Hotel, and Lotus 8 Hotel are other establishments less than a 10min walk from the airport terminal. You can also take the free shuttles from Arrivals Hall.

  • What are the transport options from Cochin International Airport?

    The local bus system, KSRTC, serves COK. KSRTC has three bus classes offering services from COK to downtown Kochi. You can take the Volvo, ordinary, or super-fast buses downtown, and departures are available every 10-40min depending on the bus class. Taxis are also available outside the terminal building, and you can prepay for your taxi at the taxi stand in the Arrivals Hall. You’ll get a ticket which you’ll use to board your taxi downtown. If you are staying at hotels close to COK, you can use their pickup services from COK.

  • What are the most common layovers for flights from San Francisco to Kochi?

    There are no nonstop flights from San Francisco to Kochi. If you’re flying on this route, expect at least one layover en route. New Delhi, Dubai, Doha, and Singapore are the most common layover cities.

  • What are the kids’ facilities offered at San Francisco International Airport?

    If you’re traveling with an infant, nursing facilities are available in every terminal airside and landside only in Terminal 2. Cloud of Good offers baby equipment, including car seats and strollers, which you can rent online and pick up at any of their three booths at SFO. Kids below ten will have the SFO Kidsport to burn off that extra energy before the flight, and these are around Gates 22, 62, 54A, 58B, and 87A.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Kochi?

    Flights from San Francisco to Kochi usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Kochi (COK).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Kochi?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from San Francisco to Kochi.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Kochi pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Kochi most commonly connect through:

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 54% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Singapore Changi (SIN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Kochi?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the San Francisco to Kochi route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £829 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £982, a difference of £154. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Francisco to Kochi flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 4% above the route average of £897. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Kochi?

    A direct flight from San Francisco to Kochi takes 0h 00m, covering 8,913 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Kochi?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to Kochi looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Kochi are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £801, which is 38% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from San Francisco to Kochi?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 22h 16m, compared to 22h 48m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 24h 24m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Kochi?

    Kochi is 12 hours ahead of San Francisco (India Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Kochi flight?

    Return flights from San Francisco to Kochi range from £699 to £1,130, with an average of £897 over the past 12 months. Anything below £699 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Kochi flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £829 – about £154 less than Saturday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Kochi trip for September. Fares historically average £586 return in that month – typically £649 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kochi Airport.
    - Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Airport
    - Flora Airport Hotel and Convention Centre Kochi
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is one of the major international airports in the US. It has four terminals connected by walkways and an AirTrain that runs every 10min.
  • SFO is a pet-friendly airport. They have provided indoor and outdoor pet relief areas for their furry friends. The outdoor relief areas are in the courtyards of all four terminals, while the indoor locations are around Gates B6, F11, and C5-C7.
  • Do you get nervous before flying? The SFO Wag Brigade is here to help. The SFO Wag Brigade is a team of trained therapy dogs that give free hugs and licks to nervous passengers to de-stress them. The Wag Brigade dogs are in every terminal and wear vests written “Pet Me.”
  • If you have some urgent business to attend to after your flight, get to it at the business center at Cochin International Airport (COK). The business center is at the Canopy and offers computer stations, internet services, internet calling, faxing, and copying services.
  • Protect your bags with plastic wrap before getting on your flight to Kochi. Luggage wrapping services are offered at the Airport Travel Agency in the international terminal’s main hall. LMD Baggage Wrapping Kiosk is open from 9 am to 11 pm.

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