Layover in Kannur (CNN)
Kannur International Airport (CNN). Here's how much of a layover you can really use, and what fits in it.
About Kannur
Kannur, formerly Cannanore, is a seaside city on the northern side of Kerala (Keralam), India.
From Wikivoyage, CC BY-SA.
How much time can you use?
After getting off the plane, immigration for international arrivals, the trip into town and back, and security.
| Layover | Domestic arrival | International arrival |
|---|---|---|
| 4 hours | Stay at the airport | Head straight to your gate |
| 6 hours | About 3h 21m in the city | About 1h 46m in the city |
| 8 hours | About 5h 21m in the city | About 3h 46m in the city |
| 12 hours | About 9h 21m in the city | About 7h 46m in the city |
Getting into Kannur
About 32m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center, roughly 19 km (12 mi). This is an estimate based on distance; the planner checks real transit times for your exact flight.
Questions
Can I leave the airport on a layover in Kannur?
On a domestic connection, you need roughly 5 hours or more to get into Kannur and back with time to enjoy it. If you're arriving internationally and must clear immigration, plan on about 6 hours or more.
How do I get from CNN to central Kannur?
Allow about 32m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center; the center is about 19 km (12 mi) from the airport.
How early should I head back to CNN?
Be back through security about 1h 20m before a domestic departure and 2h 10m before an international one, plus the ride back.
Build a plan for your exact flight
Guide data from OurAirports, © OpenStreetMap contributors and Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA). Times are estimates for planning; check transit schedules and airline rules before you leave the airport.