Direct (nonstop) flights from Colombo to Kochi

1 airline flys nonstop from Bandaranaike International (CMB) to Cochin (COK). It's 314 miles (506 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by SriLankan Airlines.

CMB
Bandaranaike International
🇱🇰 Colombo, Sri Lanka
COK
Cochin
🇮🇳 Kochi, India
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
314 mi
506 km
CO₂/pax
58 kg
−30 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
SriLankan Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by SriLankan Airlines SriLankan Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

SriLankan Airlines UL SriLankan Airlines
Route
CMB → COK
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
314 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Colombo to Kochi with one stop · direct emits 58 kg CO₂ per passenger

CMB TRV (Thiruvananthapuram) COK
Leg 1: 55m (222 mi) Leg 2: 50m (121 mi) Total: ~1h 45m 🍃 88 kg CO₂ (+52% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CMB → TRV
55m · 222 mi
View CMB to TRV flights →
Leg 2
TRV → COK
50m · 121 mi
View TRV to COK flights →
CMB BLR (Bengaluru) COK
Leg 1: 1h 25m (439 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 148 kg CO₂ (+155% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CMB → BLR
1h 25m · 439 mi
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Leg 2
BLR → COK
1h 5m · 227 mi
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CMB MAA (Chennai) COK
Leg 1: 1h 20m (400 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (321 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 158 kg CO₂ (+172% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CMB → MAA
1h 20m · 400 mi
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Leg 2
MAA → COK
1h 15m · 321 mi
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CMB MLE (Male) COK
Leg 1: 1h 25m (483 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (454 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 198 kg CO₂ (+241% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CMB → MLE
1h 25m · 483 mi
View CMB to MLE flights →
Leg 2
MLE → COK
1h 30m · 454 mi
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CMB HYD (Hyderabad) COK
Leg 1: 1h 55m (698 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (505 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 247 kg CO₂ (+326% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CMB → HYD
1h 55m · 698 mi
View CMB to HYD flights →
Leg 2
HYD → COK
1h 40m · 505 mi
View HYD to COK flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Colombo to Kochi?

A nonstop flight from Colombo (CMB) to Kochi (COK) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 314 miles (506 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Colombo to Kochi?

Just SriLankan Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Colombo to Kochi?

Yes. 1 airline: SriLankan Airlines.

How far is Colombo from Kochi?

The flight distance from Colombo to Kochi is 314 miles (506 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Colombo to Kochi?

At 1h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Sri Lanka to India?

Depends on your passport. Check with the India embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Colombo to Kochi?

Roughly 58 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 290 km.

Is the return flight from Kochi to Colombo also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Kochi?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Bandaranaike International for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.