Is there an airport in Alleppey?
No. Alleppey (Alappuzha) has no airport. The nearest is Cochin International Airport (COK), about 75 to 85 km away — roughly a 1.5 to 2 hour drive north.
Which is the nearest airport to Alleppey?
Cochin International Airport in Kochi (IATA: COK) is the nearest at about 75–85 km (1.5–2 hours). Thiruvananthapuram/Trivandrum (TRV, ~155 km) is an alternative from the south.
How do I reach Alleppey by flight?
Fly into Kochi (COK), then take a taxi or bus for the roughly 75–85 km, 1.5–2 hour drive down to Alleppey. From the airport the usual route runs via Kochi and Cherthala to the backwaters.
What is the nearest railway station to Alleppey?
Alappuzha (ALLP) station is right in town, with trains to Ernakulam, Thiruvananthapuram, Chennai, Bengaluru, New Delhi and other cities. It is often the most convenient way to arrive.
What is the best time to visit Alleppey?
November to February is the best time, with pleasant, dry weather ideal for houseboats and backwater cruises. The monsoon (June–August) is lush and also the season for the famous snake-boat races, though it brings heavy rain.
