Cochin Airport / Kochi → Thekkady

Kochi to Thekkady Taxi

A Kochi to Thekkady taxi brings you to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary and the spice hills of Kumily — about 140 km of scenic plantation roads.

Distance140 km
Travel timeapprox. 4 hours
Sedan₹4,500
SUV / Ertiga₹5,000
Innova Crysta₹5,900
Tempo Traveller₹7,500
Thekkady Periyar lake, Kerala

About the route

Thekkady is roughly 140 km from Cochin Airport via Kottayam and Kumily, around 4 hours through rubber and spice plantations. It's the gateway to Periyar Tiger Reserve and pairs naturally with a Munnar trip.

  • Spice plantation country near Kumily
  • Gateway to Periyar boat safaris
  • Easy to combine with Munnar

What's included

Fares are all-inclusive of fuel, driver bata and AC. Toll and parking are extra and modest on this route. Airport pickups include flight tracking and a name-board greeting.

  • Fuel, driver & AC included
  • Plantation viewpoint stops
  • Free 60-minute airport wait
  • No hidden charges

Best time & tips

Periyar is good year-round; early-morning boat safaris on the lake are the highlight, so plan an overnight stay. October to March is the most comfortable season.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a taxi from Kochi to Thekkady?+

A sedan is ₹4,500 and an Innova Crysta ₹5,900 from Cochin Airport, all-inclusive of fuel, driver and AC.

How far is Thekkady from Kochi?+

About 140 km, roughly 4 hours via Kottayam and Kumily through plantation country.

Can I combine Thekkady with Munnar?+

Yes — Munnar to Thekkady is a popular leg and we build multi-day packages covering both.

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