Bangalore to Kochi unlocks God's Own Country. With fares from ₹2,500 and a 1-hour flight vs 8-hour drive, it's the fastest way to Kerala's backwaters.
Quick Facts
- Distance: 540 km
- Flight time: 1 hour
- Daily flights: 10+
- Starting fare (approx): ₹2,500-₹4,000
Airlines
From Kochi — Kerala Highlights
- Alleppey backwaters: 55 km, 1.5 hours — iconic houseboat cruises
- Munnar: 130 km, 4 hours — tea plantations and waterfalls
- Fort Kochi: 30 km from airport — colonial heritage, Chinese fishing nets
- Thekkady/Periyar: 190 km, 5 hours — wildlife sanctuary
Best Time
- Oct-Mar: Best weather, peak tourism season
- Onam (Aug/Sep): Festival fares spike — book 4 weeks early
- Jun-Sep: Monsoon season — Best Fares, Ayurveda season