Trivandrum Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Trivandrum Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

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TRV Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Trivandrum International Airport.

What to Expect

Trivandrum Airport (Code: TRV) has two terminals: Terminal 1 serves most domestic airlines, and Terminal 2 handles international traffic and some domestic routes. A few shops and eateries are available, but we have no details. WiFi is free for 45 minutes, but you may need an Indian mobile number for access.

Sleeping in Trivandrum Airport

Travellers may be able to spend the night, at least in the international terminal, but we have had some mixed reviews on this. Have a backup plan in case security guards don’t allow you inside. For uninterrupted sleep, private resting rooms are available to rent in the domestic terminal. Other hotels are within walking distance of the domestic terminal. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.

Read the latest traveller airport reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Trivandrum Airport Guide.

In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.

Airport Hours

As of this update, we could not confirm the airport’s hours of operation. If you know the airport hours, click here to update this airport guide.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in Trivandrum airport sounds like a nightmare, there are day rooms inside the Domestic Terminal and hotels nearby:

Hotels at the Airport

Day Rooms – Transit “restrooms” are available in the Domestic Terminal (airside). Rates: Rs 1000 (single) and Rs 1500 (double).

Hotels near the Airport

Nutshell Airport Retreat by the Sea (0.2 mi / 0.3 km) Budget accommodation.
Santa Maria Premium Boutique Homestay by the Sea (0.7 mi / 1.1 km) Mid-range accommodation.
Uday Suites (0.8 mi / 1.3 km) Upscale hotel. Airport transfers are available for a fee.

Looking for more options? Browse the complete list of hotels near Trivandrum Airport on Expedia.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter through a lounge membership program.

The Lounge – Location: Terminal 2, Airside, International Departures, near Gates 6 and 7. Hours: open 24 hours. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge programs • Lounge membership programs.

Drinking Water

A reader reports that drinking water is available in the International Terminal. (August 2025)

Food & Drinks

Information not available.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Luggage storage and lockers are not available. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

Mobile Charging

Charging points are available.

Showers

A reader reports that showers may be available in the women’s washroom in the International Terminal, but functionality is unknown. (August 2025) If this has changed, click here to update this guide.

WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi is available at Trivandrum Airport for 45 minutes.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.

ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available. Fees may apply. Locations: Domestic Terminal (airside) • International Terminal (landside and airside).
Baggage Trolleys – Available free of charge.
Child Care Room – Nursing and diaper-changing facilities are available. Locations: Terminal 1 (airside) • Terminal 2 (check-in area).
Currency Exchange – Available in the Domestic Terminal.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shops are available in Terminal 2. A small selection of retail shops is also available.
Luggage Wrapping – Bag wrapping services are available. Rates not confirmed.
Medical Services – First aid services are available. Locations: Terminal 1 (during flight operations) • Terminal 2 (hours not confirmed).
Smoking – A designated smoking lounge is available.

Airlines

Trivandrum Airport is served by the following airlines: Air Arabia • Air India • Emirates • Etihad Airways • Gulf Air • IndiGo • Kuwait Airways • Maldivian • Malindo Air • Oman Air • Qatar Airways • Saudi Airlines • Scoot • SilkAir • SpiceJet Airlines • SriLankan Airlines.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Buses

The airport is connected to the local bus system. For fares, routes and schedules, visit the Kerala State website.

Car Rentals

Carzonrent has car rental offices available in both terminals.

Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Taxis

Taxis and auto-rickshaws are readily available for hire in the ground transportation area.

Last updated: 2026-03-30

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.