| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Indian State with Four International Airports | Kerala is the only Indian state with four international airports: Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Kozhikode, and Kannur. |
| Thiruvananthapuram International Airport | Established in 1932, it is one of India's oldest airports. Located in Kerala's capital, it supports tourism, research hubs like Technopark, and ISRO. |
| Cochin International Airport | Opened in 1999, it is Kerala's busiest airport and the world's first fully solar-powered airport. It connects Kerala to Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. |
| Calicut International Airport | Located in Kozhikode, it serves the northern Malabar region, focusing on Gulf-bound passengers and cargo exports like food products and perishables. |
| Kannur International Airport | Inaugurated in 2018, it is the newest airport, benefiting regions like Kannur, Kasaragod, and Wayanad. Built with public investment, it supports tourism, business, and overseas employment. |
| Factors Behind Kerala's Airports | Large expatriate population, strong tourism industry, balanced regional growth, and medical/educational travel contribute to Kerala's aviation success. |
| Interesting Facts | Cochin Airport is a global pioneer in renewable energy in aviation. Trivandrum Airport initially served royal/military purposes. Kannur Airport was built with Non-Resident Keralite participation. Calicut Airport handles high Gulf-bound passenger traffic. |
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