Kannur to Mangaluru Flights

IndiGo covers a large number of domestic destinations and routes within India, and a suitable example of this is the IndiGo flight from Kannur to Mangaluru. As a low-cost carrier, the airline has affordability in mind for discerning passengers, while still offering great quality.

With a variety of offers, perks and add-ons to be found via the official IndiGo website, travellers can have a look and grab cheap Kannur to Mangaluru flight tickets with ease. Flights to Kannur for the return journey can also be booked via the same website or official IndiGo mobile app.

Mangaluru (also known as Mangalore) functions as the major port city for the state of Karnataka in India and has a population of nearly half a million within the city itself. Ever since ancient times, the city has been an important port city for international trade and till today it plays the leading role in India’s cashew and coffee exports. Today the city is the regional focus of education, industry, commercial activity, education and healthcare.

The best-known places in Mangaluru

• Bejai Museum- Founded in 1960, this museum is located within the city, it houses archaeological and geological artefacts. The majority of this collection was assembled privately by Col. V. R. Mirajkar. It was later donated after his death for the public to visit.
• Pilikula Botanical Garden- The perfect all-day trip, this garden is spread out over 350 acres and features a zoo, golf course, a lake and even a heritage village. This multipurpose tourist attraction has a science centre and can be reached by road from Mangaluru city centre.
• Sultan Battery- Situated on the Gurupura river, this old watchtower was constructed by Tipu Sultan in the late 1700s as a defence against invading ships. While the monument is in disrepair, the solid construction, history and spectacular views from the top are well worth a visit.
• Milagres Church- This is one of the oldest churches in the city, being built in 1680 by Bishop Thomas de Crasto, with a white marble exterior exuding an impressive old-world charm.
• Tannirbhavi Beach- As a coastal city, Mangaluru has the perk of the wonderful Tannirbhavi Beach with easy access. Enjoy food and sunsets after spending your day frolicking in the water and spending some relaxing time at the Tannirbhavi Tree park.

Airport address: Mangaluru International Airport, Bajpe Main Road, Kenjar HC, Karnataka, 574142, India.

IATA code: IXE

The route on the IndiGo flight from Kannur to Mangaluru takes between 6 hours 55 minutes to 9 hours 30 minutes depending on the layover city. The shortest journey time on this route is the Kannur to Mangaluru flight with a layover at Hyderabad for 3 hours, other layover cities on this route include Bangalore and Chennai airports.

Kannur is a coastal city in Kerala, India with a population of over 200,000. This city used to be an important trade port throughout history due to its position on the coast. It was a vital centre of trade with Persia and Arabia, and St. Angelo Fort was built in 1504 by the Portuguese.

Things Kannur is best known for

• Payyambalam Beach: This picturesque beach in Kannur is popular among visitors to the city for its clean sands and blue waters. Take a walk in the nearby park and gaze at the Mother and Child sculpture, or take a guided boat ride into the Arabian Sea.
• Rajarajeshwara Temple: This is regarded as one of the 108 ancient Shiva temples of Kerala and many people make pilgrimages and visits to it daily. The temple is built from intricate stonework, the architecture alone is worth the visit.
• Vismaya Water Park: This is an exciting and adventurous water theme park located about 15km away from Kannur city centre. With a virtual waterfall, laser show, various rides this waterpark runs entirely on harvested rainwater.
• Fort St. Angelos: Built by the Portuguese Dom Francisco de Almeida in 1505, this impressive fort overlooks the Arabian Sea and is situated right on the coast. For a walk into the past, visit the fort on weekdays when the premises are open to tourists between 8 am and 6 pm.

Airport address: Kannur International Airport, Mattannur Road, Mattannur, Kannur, Kerala, 670702, India.

IATA code: CNN

The Kannur International Airport opened for public commercial operation in 2018, and the runway is 3km long. The airport is located about an hour's drive from the city of Kannur.