Thiruvananthapuram International Airport

Thiruvananthapuram International Airport lies on the coast west of the city, about 3.7 km in a straight line from the city center and the Padmanabhaswamy Temple. The road distance is longer and depends on your terminal, because Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 have separate entrances on opposite sides of the runway. Technopark is about 13 km away and Kovalam beach about 15 km.

Yes. Trivandrum is the older English name of Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala, and both names refer to the same airport, Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, with the code TRV. Airlines, tickets and road signs may use either name, so a booking to Trivandrum and one to Thiruvananthapuram land at the same place.

Thiruvananthapuram International Airport has two passenger terminals. Terminal 1 handles domestic flights within India, and Terminal 2 handles all international flights. The two buildings stand on opposite sides of the runway with separate road entrances, so check your ticket and tell anyone meeting you which terminal you are using.

You travel by road, because Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are on opposite sides of the runway. Take a prepaid taxi from the counters in the arrival area or book an Ola or Uber from the curbside pickup area. If you connect between a domestic and an international flight, allow extra time for the drive, check-in and a fresh security check.

Air India Express has a base at Thiruvananthapuram and flies to the Gulf and to Indian cities. Other airlines include IndiGo, Air India, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Oman Air, Gulf Air, Kuwait Airways, Jazeera Airways, Air Arabia, SriLankan Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, Scoot and Maldivian, serving cities such as Dubai, Doha, Muscat, Colombo, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and Malé.

Prepaid taxi counters are in the arrival areas of both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, and you pay for your destination at the counter before you leave. App-based cabs such as Ola and Uber pick up from the curbside area outside each terminal. Auto-rickshaws also serve short trips into the city, but agree the cost first because they may not use the meter.

Yes. Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) buses stop near the airport and run to the Thampanoor bus stand in the city center, close to the central railway station. Buses are the lowest-cost way into town but run less often late at night and are not ideal with large suitcases.

Kovalam beach is about 15 km south of Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, usually a 25 to 35 minute drive depending on traffic. Prepaid taxis, Ola and Uber cabs and pre-booked private transfers all cover the trip from both terminals. Poovar, further down the coast, and Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu are also reached by road from the airport.

Varkala is about 55 to 60 km north of Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, usually 1.5 to 2 hours by road. Most travelers go by taxi or pre-booked transfer straight from the terminal, which saves changing to a bus or train with luggage. Allow extra time in the evening, when traffic leaving the city is heavier.

Most foreign visitors need an Indian visa, and nationals of many countries can apply online for an e-Visa at least four days before arrival; Thiruvananthapuram is an authorized e-Visa entry airport. Foreign nationals and OCI cardholders must also submit the digital e-Arrival Card within 72 hours before landing, through the Indian visa portal or the Su-Swagatam app.

Yes. The Adani Lounge is on the first floor after security in Terminal 1 for domestic departures, and The Lounge is on the first floor after security in Terminal 2 for international departures. Both are open 24 hours and accept partner bank cards and lounge memberships, and walk-in guests can pay for entry at the door.

Yes. The terminals offer free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes, and you need a valid Indian mobile number to receive the login code. Paid plans are available for longer sessions. Visitors without an Indian number may find it easier to use international roaming or buy a local SIM card after arrival.

The airport is operated by TRV (Kerala) International Airport Limited. It handled about 4.69 million passengers in the 2025–26 fiscal year (April 2025 to March 2026), after about 4.89 million in 2024–25, the highest on record. It has a single runway, 14/32, about 3,400 m long, and is a base for Air India Express and Air India.

Thiruvananthapuram uses India Standard Time (UTC+5:30) all year, with no daylight saving time. The currency is the Indian rupee (INR). ATMs are available in both terminals, and currency exchange counters serve arriving and departing passengers at the international Terminal 2.

We provide private transportation from any airport to any hotel at the best price, and we are licensed with complete insurance liability.

Airport Transportation provides private transportation only, in vans, luxury SUVs, or semi-buses.

Prices on our website are per vehicle, not per person, based on a range of passengers.

Regular vans carry up to 9 passengers, semi-buses up to 16, and luxury SUVs up to 6 passengers.

Walk all the way out of the airport. You'll see representatives holding boards. Look for the Airport Transportation logo or your name.

Commonly Toyota Hiace, Volkswagen Transporter, Mercedes Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, Chevrolet Tahoe, and Chevrolet Suburban.

Yes. We carry insurance with complete liability for all passengers while using our services.

Baby seats are provided with prior notice, subject to availability, one seat maximum per vehicle.

You can book any time in advance; we suggest one week to one day ahead. Same-day reservations are available.

PayPal is our main payment method; a cash option is also available when booking through our website. Credit cards are accepted through PayPal.

Yes. For your comfort all our units have air conditioning.

During booking we ask for your airline and flight number so we can track delays and wait for you.

Yes, you can add an extra stop to your service during the booking process.

No. Prices are set per passenger range or per vehicle, not per age.

Yes. Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your pick-up and you are refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before service are not refundable.

Yes. While their English may not be native-level, drivers have the skills to communicate with passengers.

Tips are not mandatory but are highly recommended; drivers earn them through service quality.

All prices are in USD. Via PayPal you can pay in almost any currency; cash payments accept USD only.

We can transport domestic pets kept in cages that fit in a normal vehicle.

Yes. There is plenty of room for one suitcase and one carry-on per person.

Every private transfer includes a professional, licensed driver; an insured, well-maintained vehicle; real-time flight monitoring; meet-and-greet service at arrivals; and door-to-door service with no hidden fees added after booking. Your fixed price covers the full route to your destination.