Madrid to Cochin Flights

Flying out of Madrid

Finding the right flights from Madrid can be as simple as doing a search at Orbitz.com. The search engine at the Orbtiz.com site combs through current flight schedules to show comparative costs, as well as departure and arrival times, layovers and other issues that make certain flight options more attractive than others. The Madrid-Barajas Airport, located at Avenida de la Hispanidad, 28042 Madrid, is 12 miles from the city center. It's the main hub for Iberia and does business with major airlines, including EasyJet, Delta, Air France, British Airways, Aegean Airlines, Air Europa and others.

Parking at the Madrid-Barajas Airport

Orbitz.com can help travelers find convenient, affordable places on and off site for vacation parking. The airport in Madrid has express parking meant for dropping off and picking up travelers. For the first 30 minutes, the parking is free. Short- and long-term parking lots can be found at each terminal and cost from €9.60 for two hours up to €60 per day for Terminal 2 short-term parking. Long-term parking is available for €18.30 per day. The economy lot requires a shuttle ride back and forth to the terminals but costs only €10.80 per day or €62.80 per week.

Transportation to and From the Airport

For travelers who wish to avoid parking, Orbitz.com can help find special offers on ground transportation to and from Madrid-Barajas Airport. It takes approximately 30 minutes to get there from downtown by car. A credentialed taxi service will charge anywhere from €25 to €30 for the ride, but oftentimes there are taxi drivers inside the terminals offering cheaper rides who do not have the same credentials as those who have signed a contract with the airport. Passengers can also opt for a €2 train ride or take the bus for a similar fee.

Restaurants Near Madrid-Barajas Airport

There's no need to leave the airport to find an excellent selection of restaurants, counter service diners or bars. Orbitz.com can offer travelers deals on food and air packages, though they might not be dining in-house. The convenience of dining at the airport while waiting for flights from Madrid may be worth the cost, but passengers should expect the cost to be relatively more expensive than similar restaurants found in the city center.

Cochin International Airport

If you're looking for flights to Cochin, Orbitz.com makes the process simple. It searches numerous flights at once, to find tickets at bargain prices. The Cochin International Airport is located on Domestic Terminal Road, in Kerala, India. The airport is approximately 24 miles northeast of Kochi-the major port city, formerly known as Cochin. It's the busiest airport in the state of Kerala, and serves over four million passengers each year. Twenty-one airlines service the airport including Kuwait Airways, Saudi Arabian Airways, Air Asia and Air India.

Transportation from the Airport

Buses transport passengers from the airport into Kochi throughout the day. Bus tickets cost five Indian Rupees ($.09). You can also take a prepaid taxi to your destination in Kochi. Automated prepaid terminals are located in both the international and domestic terminals. Cab fare into the city costs approximately 561 Indian Rupees ($10.12). If you'd rather have your own transportation, Orbitz.com offers packages that include a flight and rental car.

Climate in Kochi

Kochi has a tropical monsoon climate. Temperatures range from the mid-70s to the high 80s all year long. The area experiences heavy rains from June through September. The rain gets lighter from October through December. If you want sunshine during your Kochi vacation, use Orbitz.com to schedule your trip during the months of January through May.

Highlights and Attractions

Paradesi Synagogue, Wonderla Amusement Park and the Kerala Folklore Theater & Museum are some of the main attractions in the area. If you want to experience local culture, visit the Cochin Cultural Center and Princess Street. When you use Orbitz.com to find flights to Cochin, you get more than plane tickets. You can use the website to plan your entire vacation.