From Cochin International to Kuala Lumpur
For travellers from Kerala, Malaysia is close, affordable and easy to organise. Non-stop flights from Cochin International Airport (COK) at Nedumbassery reach Kuala Lumpur in around four hours, and with several airlines on the route you usually have a good choice of departure times. Malaysia is two and a half hours ahead of India.
Plenty will feel familiar. The warm, humid climate is close to what you know at home, and Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur's Little India, is full of South Indian restaurants serving banana leaf meals. The skyline, theme parks and island scenery, though, are a world away from a weekend in Munnar.

Malaysia packages from Kochi
| Package | Duration | Price | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kochi to Malaysia Budget Tour | 3 Days / 2 Nights | ₹14,999 | Kuala Lumpur city tour, Batu Caves |
| Malaysia Family Holiday from Kochi | 4 Days / 3 Nights | ₹21,999 | Genting Highlands, KL Tower, shopping |
| Malaysia Honeymoon Package from Kochi | 5 Days / 4 Nights | ₹29,999 | Langkawi Island, beach resort, cruise |
| Luxury Malaysia Tour from Kochi | 6 Days / 5 Nights | ₹39,999 | 5★ hotels, private transfers, island tours |
These are starting prices and change with your dates and hotel category. Ask us exactly what each option includes before you decide.
Best-selling 5 nights / 6 days itinerary
Our most popular Kochi departure suits families, couples and corporate groups, combining Kuala Lumpur, Genting and Langkawi.
- Duration
- 5 Nights / 6 Days
- Departs from
- Kochi (COK)
- Destinations
- Kuala Lumpur, Genting Highlands, Langkawi
- Hotels
- Premium hotels
- Meals
- Daily breakfast
- Flights
- Return from Kochi plus Kuala Lumpur to Langkawi
- Day 1
Kochi to Kuala Lumpur
Fly from Kochi to Kuala Lumpur. After immigration you are transferred to your hotel to freshen up. In the evening, see the Petronas Twin Towers and KLCC Park, then shop and have dinner around Bukit Bintang.
- Day 2
City tour and KL Tower
After breakfast, a guided tour visits Merdeka Square, Parliament House, the National Mosque, the King's Palace and the National Monument, finishing at the KL Tower observation deck. The evening is free.
- Day 3
Genting Highlands
Ride the cable car up to Genting Highlands, a hill resort packed with casinos, malls and adventure parks. Enjoy the theme park before heading back to Kuala Lumpur.
- Day 4
Fly to Langkawi
Take the domestic flight to Langkawi, the Jewel of Kedah. Check in and relax on the beach, then stroll around Eagle Square and the night market in the evening.
- Day 5
Island hopping
Visit Pulau Dayang Bunting and Beras Basah, try some water activities and ride the cable car up to the Langkawi Sky Bridge.
- Day 6
Fly home to Kochi
Check out and transfer to the airport for your journey home to Kochi, connecting through Kuala Lumpur.
Price and what is included
The standard cost is ₹48,000 to ₹85,000 per person, depending on your hotel, flight fares, travel season and any additions to the itinerary. The package covers the domestic flights between Kuala Lumpur and Langkawi as well as all taxes. For a wider look at budgeting, see our Malaysia trip cost guide.
Included
- Return flights between Kochi and Kuala Lumpur
- Domestic flights between Kuala Lumpur and Langkawi
- Five nights in premium hotels with breakfast
- Langkawi island hopping tour
- Airport transfers and sightseeing
- All taxes
Not included
- Lunches and dinners
- Personal shopping
- Optional tours and theme park tickets
- Travel insurance
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Get a free quoteAdd-ons worth considering
Sunway Lagoon
A theme park full of rides and water slides, ideal with children.
Putrajaya cruise and city tour
Cruise the lake past the pink-domed Putra Mosque and the grand buildings of Malaysia's administrative capital.
Langkawi water sports
More time on the water beyond the island hopping tour.
Penang food and heritage trail
Street food, colonial streets and the murals of George Town in Penang.
Malacca history tour
The old streets and riverside of historic Malacca.
Tips for travellers from Kerala
- Cochin International is at Nedumbassery, north of the city, so allow roughly an hour from Ernakulam and more at busy times.
- Keep your return ticket and hotel confirmation handy, as you may be asked for them on arrival.
- Pack light cotton clothes, plus a scarf or shawl for covering up at places of worship such as the National Mosque.
- Lunches, dinners and theme park tickets are extra, so budget for them. Brickfields' banana leaf restaurants are good value.
Visa and the best time to go
Depending on entry conditions at the time, Indian travellers may need an eVisa. Documents usually asked for are a passport with six months' validity, confirmed return tickets, a hotel booking confirmation and a passport-size photograph. Rules change, so read our Malaysia visa guide as general guidance and check official Malaysian government channels before booking.
February to September is generally a good window for outdoor tours and island trips, and if Langkawi beach time is the main draw, the first few months of the year tend to be the most settled. Our best time to visit guide has a fuller picture.
Frequently asked questions
Are there direct flights from Kochi to Kuala Lumpur?
Yes. Non-stop flights operate from Cochin International Airport to Kuala Lumpur and take around four hours.
Does the package include the flight to Langkawi?
Yes. The 5 nights / 6 days package includes domestic flights between Kuala Lumpur and Langkawi, along with return flights from Kochi, five nights' accommodation with breakfast and all taxes.
What is not included in the price?
Lunches and dinners, personal shopping, optional tours, theme park tickets and travel insurance are not included.
Will I find South Indian food in Malaysia?
Yes. Kuala Lumpur has a large Indian community, and Brickfields in particular is known for South Indian restaurants and banana leaf meals.


