Air India has announced that it will end its service on the Kochi (COK) – London Gatwick (LGW) route, with the final flight scheduled for March 29, 2025. After this date, no further flights will be available for booking, indicating the airline’s decision to discontinue the route.
For those traveling between Kochi and London Gatwick, the last operational flights, which run from February 1 to March 29, 2025, will follow this schedule:
AI149: Departs Kochi at 13:00, arriving at London Gatwick at 18:30 (operated by a Boeing 787-8) on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
AI150: Departs London Gatwick at 20:30, arriving in Kochi at 11:30+1 on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
This change is part of Air India’s broader network adjustments, aimed at realigning its international services for long-term strategic goals.
Air India’s Strategic Shift
Aviation experts believe the decision to discontinue the Kochi-London Gatwick service is influenced by several operational and commercial factors. These could include issues like route profitability, fluctuating demand, fleet optimization, and a focus on strengthening more profitable international routes.
