AirAsia has commenced a direct service between Kochi and Phuket, enhancing air connectivity between Kerala and Thailand. The new service operates thrice weekly — Monday, Thursday, and Saturday.
Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) managing director S. Suhas inaugurated the service. Airport director G. Manu, Air Asia general manager Suresh Nair, and airport manager M. Poobathraj were present.
The flights are operated using Airbus A320 aircraft. Departing Kochi at 2:45 a.m., the flight arrives in Phuket at 8:05 a.m. (local time), offering convenient early morning access to the popular Thai destination, a release issued by CIAL said.
Senior officials of the Central Industrial Security Force, Immigration, and other departments and representatives of various airlines attended the launch event.
Published – April 12, 2025 07:59 pm IST
