Book flights from Kochi to London with Qatar Airways
Booking a flight from Kochi to London with Qatar Airways introduces you to a world of elegant and comfortable air travel. Spacious, ergonomic seating provides you with ample legroom and plenty of personal space, and you can choose your favourite dish from our menu of award-winning cuisine. Professional cabin crew offer you a selection of premium services, creating the perfect formula for a pleasant and relaxing flight.
London has some of the most famous tourist attractions in the world, from the Buckingham Tower and Big Ben to the Tower of London and Trafalgar Square. It is also a city filled to the brim with world-class museums, art galleries and many other cultural venues. Visit the priceless collections of the British Museum and the National Gallery, enjoy an evening at one of the historic West End theatres and pick up souvenirs in Covent Garden. Soho and Mayfair have some of the most exclusive restaurants in town.
Arriving in London
From Big Ben to the London Eye, Buckingham Palace to the Shard and Nelson’s Column, London is packed with attractions for visitors to discover. Book a flight to London with Qatar Airways and you’ll be able to wander around this eclectic city that welcomes millions of visitors from around the world every year.
Pageantry and pomp, festivals and events – London has it all. Even its transport is iconic, with London red buses and black cabs recognised all over the world. Fly to London with Qatar Airways and you’ll also discover world-class dining, exclusive shopping, luxury hotels and wellness centres, as well as surprises in every single one of its 32 boroughs.
Tourist attractions
Westminster probably has more iconic monuments and attractions packed into a small area than almost any other city in the world. Here you’ll find the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Downing Street (the home of British government), Whitehall, the Lions and Nelson’s Column in Trafalgar Square, and a host of other things to see.
Head out of Westminster to the west and you’ll find some of London’s greatest museums such as the Natural History Museum, the Science Museum, the Victoria and Albert and the National Gallery.
Newer attractions include the London Eye – a huge Ferris wheel that gives you a spectacular view over London. For a spot of pomp, head down to Buckingham Palace and watch the Changing of the Guard, or find an oasis of peace and quiet in one of the many parks dotted throughout the capital.
Travel considerations
Flights to London with Qatar Airways land at London Heathrow, the world’s busiest air transport hub. 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 London please check the visa and passport requirements.
Flying from Kochi
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.