Kerala Flight Information

    Kerala is well-connected by air with four international airports. Find comprehensive information about flights to and from God's Own Country, including international and domestic routes, airlines, and travel tips.

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    Kerala's International Airports

    Kerala has four international airports strategically located across the state, providing excellent connectivity for tourists and residents alike.

    COK

    Cochin International Airport

    Kochi

    World's first fully solar-powered airport

    Terminals: 3

    30 km from city center

    TRV

    Trivandrum International Airport

    Thiruvananthapuram

    Gateway to South Kerala

    Terminals: 2

    6 km from city center

    CCJ

    Calicut International Airport

    Kozhikode

    Serves the Malabar region

    Terminals: 1

    28 km from city center

    CNN

    Kannur International Airport

    Kannur

    Newest airport, opened 2018

    Terminals: 1

    25 km from city center

    International Flights

    Kerala has strong air connectivity with the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and beyond. Many international travelers, especially from Gulf countries, fly directly to Kerala.

    DestinationCountryAirlinesFrequency
    Dubai (DXB)UAEEmirates, Air India, IndiGo, Air India ExpressMultiple daily
    Abu Dhabi (AUH)UAEEtihad Airways, Air India, IndiGoDaily
    Doha (DOH)QatarQatar Airways, IndiGoDaily
    Kuwait (KWI)KuwaitKuwait Airways, Air India Express, IndiGoDaily
    Muscat (MCT)OmanOman Air, Air India Express, IndiGoDaily
    Bahrain (BAH)BahrainGulf Air, Air India ExpressDaily
    Riyadh (RUH)Saudi ArabiaAir India, Flynas, IndiGoDaily
    Jeddah (JED)Saudi ArabiaAir India, Flynas4-5 weekly
    Singapore (SIN)SingaporeIndiGo, Scoot, Air IndiaDaily
    Kuala Lumpur (KUL)MalaysiaAirAsia, Malindo Air, IndiGoDaily
    Bangkok (BKK)ThailandThai Airways, IndiGo3-4 weekly
    Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaSriLankan Airlines, IndiGoDaily
    Male (MLE)MaldivesIndiGo, Air India3-4 weekly
    London (LHR)UKAir India (via Delhi/Mumbai)Connecting

    Domestic Flights

    Kerala is well-connected to all major Indian cities with frequent flights. Multiple airlines operate daily services to and from Kerala's airports.

    DestinationAirlinesFrequencyApprox. Duration
    Delhi (DEL)Air India, IndiGo, Vistara, SpiceJetMultiple daily3h 15m
    Mumbai (BOM)Air India, IndiGo, Vistara, GoAirMultiple daily1h 45m
    Bangalore (BLR)IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, VistaraMultiple daily1h
    Chennai (MAA)IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJetMultiple daily1h 15m
    Hyderabad (HYD)IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJetMultiple daily1h 30m
    Kolkata (CCU)IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJetDaily3h
    Goa (GOI)IndiGo, SpiceJet, Air IndiaDaily1h 15m
    Ahmedabad (AMD)IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJetDaily2h 30m
    Pune (PNQ)IndiGo, SpiceJetDaily1h 45m
    Jaipur (JAI)IndiGo, SpiceJetDaily3h

    Airlines Operating in Kerala

    A mix of full-service carriers, low-cost airlines, and international carriers operate regular services to Kerala's airports.

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    Air India

    Full Service

    Hub: Delhi, Mumbai

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    IndiGo

    Low Cost

    Hub: Delhi, Bangalore

    Vistara

    Full Service

    Hub: Delhi, Mumbai

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    SpiceJet

    Low Cost

    Hub: Delhi, Hyderabad

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    Emirates

    International

    Hub: Dubai

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    Qatar Airways

    International

    Hub: Doha

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    Etihad Airways

    International

    Hub: Abu Dhabi

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    Air India Express

    Low Cost International

    Hub: Kochi, Kozhikode

    Travel Tips

    Helpful information to plan your flight to Kerala

    Best Time to Book

    Book 4-8 weeks in advance for best prices. During peak season (December-January) and Onam (August-September), book at least 2-3 months ahead.

    Peak Travel Seasons

    December-January (winter holidays), August-September (Onam festival), and April-May (summer holidays) see highest demand and prices.

    Choosing Your Airport

    COK (Kochi): Best for backwaters, Munnar, central Kerala. TRV: Best for Kovalam, Varkala, South Kerala. CCJ/CNN: Best for Wayanad, North Kerala.

    Airport Transfers

    Pre-paid taxis, app-based cabs (Ola, Uber), and airport buses are available at all airports. Many hotels offer airport pickup services.

    Luggage Tips

    Domestic flights typically allow 15-25kg check-in baggage. Low-cost carriers may charge for checked bags. International flights usually allow 23-30kg.