Travelling from Kannur International Airport (CNN) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is two hours 30 minutes behind Kannur, where Kannur International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your CNN to Istanbul flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from CNN to Istanbul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
To reach CNN from central Kannur, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Kannur International Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near CNN:
Kannur International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from CNN arrive on schedule 84.6% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kannur International Airport (CNN) to Istanbul
The best price we've found for a one-way Kannur International Airport to Istanbul flight is R 3,642. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,811. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from CNN to Istanbul, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Kannur International Airport to Istanbul ticket.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kannur International Airport to Istanbul.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kannur International Airport to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from CNN to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
After your flight from Kannur International Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your CNN to Istanbul flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and be off and running.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Kannur International Airport to Istanbul. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are often higher and attractions can be busy. Visit Istanbul in low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Kannur International Airport to Istanbul flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CNN to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Istanbul right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Kannur International Airport to Istanbul:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are top attractions which should feature on any good Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're ready to explore another side of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak are among its highlights.
