By August 2010, acquisition of about 1200 acres of land was completed in two phases, and acquisition of another 780 acres was in progress for the third phase.

In July 2011, the Oomen Chandy government decided to make Airports Authority of India a consultant tasked with preparing a revised techno-economic feasibility report and a new master plan and design. As the Airports Authority of India failed to submit the report in time, the consultancy was canceled and Cochin International Airport (CIAL) was entrusted to prepare the detailed project report, but the floating of tenders for construction was further delayed as experts found several technical flaws in the design prepared by CIAL.

Land acquired by the government under KINFRA was transferred to KIAL earlier in February 2012. In August 2012, Mumbai based company STUP Consultants Pvt Ltd. was made consultant to review the revised report by CIAL and to assist KIAL in other aspects of the project, but the agreement was canceled within two weeks as it was found that the company had been blacklisted in other states. Fresh bids were solicited and Hong Kong-based AECOM Asia was awarded the consultancy. The project office was inaugurated at Mattannur in December 2012.

• Terminals: The airport has a modern terminal that can handle both domestic and international flights. The terminal is designed with an annual passenger capacity of around 2 million, with plans for expansion in the future.

• Runway: The airport features a single runway, 3,050 meters (10,007 feet) in length, capable of handling large aircraft such as the Boeing 747.

• Cargo Services: The airport is also expected to facilitate cargo operations, boosting regional trade and exports.

• Kannur International Airport connects to several major domestic cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai.
• It also offers international flights to destinations such as Dubai, Sharjah, Muscat, and Doha, with more international routes being explored.

• Lounges: The airport has lounges for passengers, including the Air India and other airline lounges.
• Food and Shopping: Various eateries, shops, and duty-free stores are available at the airport.
• Parking: There are parking facilities for both short-term and long-term parking needs.
• Other Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, medical services, and a currency exchange counter are available.

• Road Access: Kannur International Airport is well-connected by road, with the Kannur-Kaliyikkavoor road(NH-66) providing access to the airport. Taxi and car rental services are available for passengers.
• Bus Services: The airport is also connected to Kannur city and other major areas through state-run and private buses.

• • Second Terminal: Plans are in place for a second terminal to cater to growing passenger numbers.
  • Cargo Expansion: There are ongoing developments to expand cargo handling capacity to promote business in the region.

   

• Kannur International Airport plays a crucial role in enhancing the tourism and economy of Northern Kerala by providing better connectivity for both leisure and business travelers.