Travelling from Kannur International Airport (CNN) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Kannur International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, making Riyadh two hours 30 minutes behind Kannur.
Your CNN to RUH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Air India Express offers direct flights from Kannur International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Riyadh — and maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with Air India Express on this route.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kannur International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CNN and RUH:
Hamad International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kannur International Airport (CNN) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
At the moment, R 2,649 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kannur International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,288. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from CNN to RUH, reserve your trip ten months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kannur International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CNN to RUH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kannur International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Handy information about Kannur International Airport (CNN)
Kannur International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 84.6% of flights that take off from CNN arrive at their destination on time.
Central Kannur to Kannur International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking an early flight from Kannur International Airport to King Khaled International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to CNN:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to RUH if you have a late Kannur International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and chase adventure across Riyadh and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
From King Khaled International Airport, Riyadh is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Kannur International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Riyadh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Kannur International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CNN to RUH in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dammam is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Riyadh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Searching for other fascinating places to go in Saudi Arabia? Make tracks 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh to Al Kharj. Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park is a highlight in this area.