Cochin International Airport is one of India’s busiest air hubs, serving nearly 6½ million passengers every year. It connects with destinations all over the world, making it one of the key exit points for southern India. Passengers flying from Kochi with Qatar Airways will discover an airport where service is paramount, and friendly staff members go out of their way to ensure that the start of your journey is smooth and pleasant. A good selection of facilities and amenities also ensure that every need is met – from food and drink through to last-minute impulse buys and gifts.

New York, New York – so good they named it twice. The city naturally earns a place on the bucket lists of the most seasoned travellers.

You can find other famous sights like the Statue of Liberty, Times Square and The Empire State Building. The city is renowned for their world-class museums and art galleries, as well as world-class dining and shopping opportunities. 

Book a plane ticket to New York with Qatar Airways and discover one of the most undeniably extraordinary cities on Earth

Cochin International Airport is one of India’s busiest air hubs, serving nearly 6½ million passengers every year. It connects with destinations all over the world, making it one of the key exit points for southern India. Passengers flying from Kochi with Qatar Airways will discover an airport where service is paramount, and friendly staff members go out of their way to ensure that the start of your journey is smooth and pleasant. A good selection of facilities and amenities also ensure that every need is met – from food and drink through to last-minute impulse buys and gifts.

Transportation and parking

Cochin airport has dedicated air-taxi services to and from major pilgrim destinations in Kerala as well as to cities like Thiruvananthapuram and Kozhikode. The most common way of getting to the airport is by bus, the closest bus stations are Angamaly bus depot and Aluva Rajiv Gandhi Municipal bus station.

These usually run every 45 minutes or so, it is advisable to plan your journey carefully in advance if you intend to travel by bus. Taxis are an alternative, and can be booked in advance by your hotel to ensure you are paying the correct fare. Some parking for both short and long-term stays is available, although spaces are limited.

Arriving at Kochi

Passengers flying from Kochi with Qatar Airways depart from the International Terminal. It has three lounges in the departures section. A VIP lounge exclusively for VIPs and CIPs is located near the emigration area on the ground floor. The Earth Lounge is one of the biggest in India, with 6,000sq Ft of facilities, with a dedicated bar, restaurant and private seating facility offering panoramic views. First class and business class passengers can also access the Firefly Terrace garden for free.

Facilities and amenities

Cochin International Airport has a good selection of retail outlets selling everything from pearls through to locally produced handicrafts, high-end luxury goods and accessories. There are plenty of refreshment options too, ranging from sit-down restaurant meals through to on-the-go snacks. Wi-Fi is available in some areas, and full disabled support is offered for less mobile passengers.

New York has to be on almost everyone’s ‘Bucket List’ of places to visit, and flights to New York with Qatar Airways give you a unique opportunity to experience life in the Big Apple.

The ‘City that Never Sleeps’ is home to some of the most instantly-recognisable sights in the world, including  the Statue of Liberty, the Chrysler Building, The Brooklyn Bridge and the Empire State Building. Fly to New York with Qatar Airways for the chance to see all of these for yourself.

Tourist Attractions

New York is one big tourist attraction. From Times Square and 5th Avenue, to Wall Street, Ellis Island, and Central Park - New York is packed with places to visit and sights to see.

The city is divided into five boroughs – Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, The Bronx and Staten Island. The one attraction that everyone comes to New York to see has to be the Statue of Liberty.

Buy an Explorer Pass, which lets you visit up to seven attractions in a 30-day period, including the Museum of Modern Art, a Rockefeller Center Tour, and a trip to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

New York is famous for its museums and galleries, with the Metropolitan Museum of Art (known as the ‘Met’ – not to be confused with the baseball team!) at the top of everyone’s ‘must-see’ list.

Travel considerations

Flights to New York with Qatar Airways land at the iconic JFK (John F Kennedy) Airport. Visa restrictions for entry into the country will depend on your country of origin, length of stay and whether your trip is for business or pleasure.

Before you fly to New York please check the visa and passport requirements.