AirAsia launches direct flight service from Kochi to Phuket

Kochi: AirAsia has commenced a direct flight service between Kochi and Phuket in Thailand. The new service operates on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
The flight will depart from Kochi at 2:45am and will arrive in Phuket at 8:05am (local time), offering convenient early morning access to the popular destination.
The launch of the service was inaugurated by Cochin International Airport Limited (Cial) managing director S Suhas. Airport director Manu G, AirAsia general manager Suresh Nair, airport manager Poobathraj M, along with senior officials from CISF, Immigration and other departments, as well as representatives from various airlines, attended the event.
The Cial authorities said that the new flights are part of the airport's plan to enhance connectivity to major destinations across the world. The number of flights to various international and domestic destinations will be increased. The Cial authorities have already held talks with various airline companies that operate across international and domestic sectors regarding starting more services. Upgraded facilities, including those for speedy immigration, safety and security and convenience, are being introduced at the airport.