Tourism statisticsCity2026
Kochi Tourism Statistics: 3M Visitors in 2025
Kochi, in Kerala, India, recorded 2,995,609 domestic visitors in 2025, the Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala reports. AirROI estimates 15,207 Airbnb stays in Kochi in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was December, and the quietest was April.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 64,743
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 4.3 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- December
- From abroad, among guests who left a review
- 48%
Key facts
Kochi Tourism Facts
Each sentence names its place, period and source, so it can be quoted alone.
Official
- The Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala puts Kochi at 2,995,609 domestic visitors in 2025.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Kochi at 15,207 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Kochi added up to 64,743 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Kochi lasted 4.3 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 23 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks December the busiest Airbnb month in Kochi in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by January and March, with April the quietest.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb in Kochi had no single high season in the 12 months to October 2026: the three busiest months were December, January and March.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Kochi in November were booked furthest ahead, about 35 days, against 11 days for June, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 48% of Kochi Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 came from abroad, led by the United States at 11% and the United Kingdom at 9%.
- Among Kochi Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, Bengaluru was the top origin city at 12%, and Kochi itself came second at 3.7%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks Kochi 14th for Airbnb stays among the 119 towns it lists in India in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Kochi?
The Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala counted 2,995,609 domestic visitors in 2025.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2,995,609Domestic visitors | Domestic tourist visits to Kochi City | 2025 | Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Kochi
Kochi had 1,025 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 15,207 stays and 64,743 nights. A typical stay lasted 4.3 nights and was booked about 23 days ahead.
- Airbnb homes
- 1,025
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 15,207
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 64,743
- Typical stay
- 4.3 nights
- Booked ahead
- 23 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Kochi?
On Airbnb, December was the busiest month in Kochi in the 12 months to October 2026, then January and March. April was the quietest. The busiest months do not sit together, so there is no single high season.
December ranks first, April last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: December, January, March, August, February, September, June, May, November, October, July, April.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| December | 11.1% | 29 days |
| January | 10.0% | 34 days |
| March | 8.4% | 17 days |
| August | 8.4% | 18 days |
| February | 8.4% | 25 days |
| September | 8.2% | 15 days |
| June | 8.0% | 11 days |
| May | 7.9% | 17 days |
| November | 7.8% | 35 days |
| October | 7.7% | 31 days |
| July | 7.6% | 19 days |
| April | 6.6% | 20 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Kochi Airbnb Guests Come From?
Among Kochi Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 48% came from abroad, led by the United States at 11% and the United Kingdom at 9%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, Bengaluru was the top origin city at 12%, and Kochi itself came second at 3.7%. The figures rest on 38,573 reviews, written over many years.
48% from abroad
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From abroad 48%
- From within India 52%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Kochi
How many tourists visit Kochi?
Kochi had 2,995,609 domestic visitors in 2025, according to the Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala. AirROI estimates 15,207 Airbnb stays in Kochi in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in Kochi?
The busiest Airbnb month in Kochi in the 12 months to October 2026 was December, then January and March.
What is the quietest month in Kochi?
April was the quietest Airbnb month in Kochi in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and July ranked 11th. Stays in April were booked about 20 days ahead, against 35 days for November.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Kochi?
A typical Airbnb stay in Kochi lasted 4.3 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 23 days ahead. By month, stays ran from 3.0 nights in September to 5.5 nights in July.
Where do Airbnb guests in Kochi come from?
Of Kochi Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 48% came from abroad, AirROI estimates. The largest groups were the United States at 11% and the United Kingdom at 9%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was Bengaluru at 12%, and Kochi itself came second at 3.7%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. The Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala counts domestic visitors (2,995,609 in 2025). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 15,207 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 15,207 stays at 4.26 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 38,573 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.