Bengaluru to Kannur flight guide — short non-stop hops to north Kerala, airlines, best fares, baggage and ID rules for 2026.
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Quick answer: Bengaluru to Kannur non-stop flights take about ≈ 1h 10m non-stop, operated by IndiGo, Air India Express, ≈ 3–5 non-stops daily. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest BLR–CNN fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
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| Airline | Cabin bag | Checked (economy) | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|
| IndiGo | 7 kg | 15 kg | Largest network; strong on-time record |
| Air India Express | 7 kg | 15 kg | Low-cost, Air India group |
Standard domestic economy allowance; premium fares and elite tiers may include more. Confirm against your fare — each airline's baggage page is linked above.
Bengaluru (BLR) to Kannur (CNN) is a genuine non-stop route — a short, popular hop into north Kerala. Two carriers fly it directly: IndiGo and Air India Express. Between them they offer roughly three to five non-stops a day.
Despite some listings suggesting otherwise, Akasa Air and SpiceJet do not currently run a scheduled non-stop on this sector — treat any third-airline result as a connecting itinerary. Go First and Jet Airways are defunct and never appear, and Vistara has merged into Air India.
The cities are only about 270 km apart, so the non-stop takes around 1h 10m gate to gate, with perhaps 45–50 minutes of actual flying. It is one of the quicker domestic sectors in the south.
Always choose the non-stop where you can. Connecting itineraries (usually back through a hub) can stretch to 3–5 hours for no good reason on such a short route, so filter for direct flights first.
This is a short-haul leisure-and-VFR route, so fares are generally moderate but spike around Kerala's festival and holiday peaks. Booking 2–3 weeks ahead usually secures a good price.
| Season | Demand | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Onam (Aug–Sep) | High | Kerala's big festival — book 4+ weeks ahead |
| Christmas–New Year | High | Peak tourist season; fares climb early |
| Summer holidays (Apr–May) | Moderate–High | Family travel lifts prices |
| Monsoon (Jun–Sep) | Lower | Cheapest window; expect some rain delays |
On a short non-stop, small choices add up:
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Morning departures are popular and reliable, getting you into Kannur with the day ahead — handy if you are heading onward to Bekal, Thalassery or the Wayanad hills. Evening flights suit business day-trips back to Bengaluru.
With only a handful of daily flights, pick a departure that leaves a fallback later the same day in case of a cancellation, especially in monsoon.
Business travellers: the morning out / evening back pattern makes a same-day Bengaluru–Kannur trip feasible. Carry-on only keeps you quick at both ends.
Families: the short flight is easy with children; book the non-stop, pre-book any infant needs and pick a daytime slot. Kannur is a convenient gateway for north Kerala beach and hill trips. Students: Indian low-cost carriers rarely give true student fares, so book early and travel light rather than relying on a discount.
Bengaluru (BLR): Kempegowda International has two terminals. IndiGo and Air India Express operate from Terminal 1 on this route (Air India's full-service flights use Terminal 2). Always confirm your terminal on the booking, as some Bengaluru services have shifted to T2.
Kannur (CNN): Kannur International is a modern single integrated terminal handling both domestic and international flights, with a long 4,000 m runway. It is well laid out and rarely crowded.
In Bengaluru: BLR airport is well north of the city at Devanahalli, 35–40 km from the centre. Use the airport buses (Vayu Vajra), app cabs, or allow generous time in Bengaluru's notorious traffic — 90 minutes from the south of the city is realistic at peak.
In Kannur: the airport is around 25 km from Kannur town, near Mattanur. App cabs are available but limited; the pre-paid taxi counter and KSRTC buses connect to Kannur, Thalassery and onward to Wayanad and Bekal.
Domestic economy is typically 15 kg checked plus 7 kg cabin on IndiGo, and Air India Express offers similar economy allowances depending on fare. Because the fastest fares are often cabin-bag-only, check before you book if you have a suitcase.
See IndiGo baggage for the latest limits, and check Air India Express baggage if you book that carrier.
Kannur and the north Kerala coast get heavy south-west monsoon rain from June to September, which can cause delays — keep a buffer and notifications on. Outside monsoon the weather is generally flying-friendly, and Bengaluru's mild climate rarely disrupts departures.
Bengaluru airport's distance from the city is the main planning factor — leave early for your flight, particularly for morning departures from the southern and central parts of town.
Filter for non-stops only — on a 270 km hop a connecting itinerary can triple your travel time for no saving. Compare IndiGo and Air India Express on your exact date (they trade the cheapest seat back and forth), and double-check you are flying from Bengaluru Terminal 1, since some BLR services have moved to T2.
Yes. Both IndiGo and Air India Express operate non-stop flights, taking around 1h 10m, with roughly three to five departures a day combined.
IndiGo and Air India Express. Akasa Air and SpiceJet do not run a scheduled non-stop on this sector at present, and Go First and Jet Airways are defunct.
About 1h 10m non-stop, with around 45–50 minutes of actual flying time over roughly 270 km.
Roughly three to five non-stops a day between IndiGo and Air India Express; the exact count varies by day of the week.
Monsoon months (June–September) are usually cheapest, as is mid-week travel booked 2–3 weeks ahead. Fares climb around Onam, Christmas–New Year and the summer holidays.
At Bengaluru, IndiGo and Air India Express use Terminal 1 on this route (confirm on your ticket, as some BLR flights have moved to T2). Kannur has a single integrated terminal.
Domestic economy is typically 15 kg checked plus 7 kg cabin. The cheapest fares may be cabin-bag-only, so check before booking. See our IndiGo baggage guide.
Yes. Both IndiGo and Air India Express open online check-in ahead of departure; do it early to pick your seat and save time at the airport.
Fees depend on fare type, but DGCA rules guarantee a refund of statutory taxes and user-development fees on cancelled tickets, with free cancellation usually within 24 hours of booking for travel more than seven days away.
They can. North Kerala sees heavy rain from June to September, which sometimes delays flights into Kannur. Keep a buffer and enable airline notifications.
Some carriers allow pets in the cabin or hold with advance booking, subject to aircraft rules. Confirm directly with IndiGo or Air India Express before travel.
Infants under two not occupying a seat travel for a nominal fare plus taxes, typically a small percentage of the adult fare. Carry age proof.
A morning flight gives you the day in Kannur and a same-day fallback if it is cancelled. The last flight has no later recovery option, which matters in monsoon.
Prices are usually close. Compare live fares on FlightGPT, then book whichever carrier offers the best all-in price on your date.
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The cheapest Bengaluru to Kannur airfare on any given day depends on three things — your travel date, your airline preference and how far ahead you book. Use the FlightGPT search box above to compare Bengaluru to Kannur ticket prices across IndiGo, Air India Express — typically the lowest fare today differs from the lowest fare 30 days out by 25–40 percent. We surface every option so the lowest Bengaluru-Kannur price wins.
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Most travellers prefer the Bengaluru to Kannur non-stop option. The direct Bengaluru-Kannur flight time is ≈ 1h 10m non-stop. If you are flexible, 1-stop alternatives through major hubs can be 15-30 percent cheaper. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Bengaluru Kannur ticket but are open to a layover.
Bengaluru to Kannur ticket prices on the FlightGPT live grid update by the minute. The lowest-priced Bengaluru Kannur airfare today might be on a low-cost carrier; next month's best deal might be a full-service IndiGo flight bundled with checked baggage and a meal. We compare fully-bundled all-in fares, never base fares with surprise add-ons.