How to reach
By Air:
Kerala has 4 international airports and one domestic airport, making air travel the fastest and most convenient way.
- Cochin International Airport (COK) – Near Kochi (major hub)
- Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) – Capital city, Thiruvananthapuram
- Calicut International Airport (CCJ) – Near Kozhikode
- Kannur International Airport (CNN) – North Kerala
- Agatti Airport (domestic) – For Lakshadweep travelers via Kerala
- Major Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai offer direct flights to Kerala.
- International flights connect Kerala with Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Europe.
- From the airport, you can use taxis, buses, or rental cars to reach your destination.
By Train:
Kerala is well-connected to the Indian Railways network with frequent trains.
- Major railway stations:
- Thiruvananthapuram Central (TVC)
- Ernakulam Junction (ERS)
- Kozhikode (CLT)
- Thrissur (TCR)
- Kottayam (KTYM)
- Alappuzha (ALLP)
- Kannur (CAN)
- Direct trains from:
- Delhi (Kerala Express, Mangala Express)
- Mumbai (Netravati Express, Kerala Sampark Kranti)
- Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata etc.
- Indian Railways allows advance online booking via IRCTC.
By Road:
You can reach Kerala by national and state highways.
- Kerala is connected to neighboring states:
- Karnataka (NH 66, NH 766)
- Tamil Nadu (NH 44, NH 544, NH 183)
- From Bangalore, Chennai, or Mysore, you can drive or take inter-state KSRTC (Kerala State Road Transport Corporation) or private buses.
- Road conditions are good, and scenic routes (like the Western Ghats) offer a pleasant journey.
If you're coming from outside India, flying is the best option. From within India, it depends on your budget and time—flights save time, trains are budget-friendly and scenic, and road trips are adventurous.