Travelling from Kannur International Airport (CNN) to Riyadh Airport (RUH): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Kannur International Airport to Riyadh Airport is 5 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Riyadh is UTC+3, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Kannur.
There are three Kannur International Airport to Riyadh Airport flights every week to choose from.
To ensure you get on your CNN to RUH flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as October, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Air India Express offers direct flights from Kannur International Airport to Riyadh Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Riyadh — and maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if time allows.
Most travellers choose to fly with Air India Express on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering CNN to RUH flights is Air India Express. Its services land without delay 72.22% of the time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kannur International Airport to Riyadh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between CNN and RUH include:
Jeddah Airport
Hamad International Airport
Zayed International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kannur International Airport (CNN) to Riyadh Airport (RUH)
£138 is currently the best price for a one-way Kannur International Airport to Riyadh Airport flight. A return flight starts at £256. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from CNN to RUH, reserve your journey four months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kannur International Airport to Riyadh Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CNN to RUH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kannur International Airport to Riyadh Airport.
Handy information about Kannur International Airport (CNN)
82% of flights departing from Kannur International Airport reach their destination on time. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of CNN.
Kannur International Airport is about 27 kms (17 miles) from central Kannur. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Kannur International Airport to Riyadh 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 Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Once your Kannur International Airport to Riyadh Airport flight has landed, kick back and relax at a nearby hotel. Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel is a good option within easy reach of RUH.
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Riyadh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and explore beyond Riyadh's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Riyadh Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
From Riyadh Airport, Riyadh is approximately 32 kms (20 miles) away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Riyadh Airport (RUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Kannur International Airport to Riyadh Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Riyadh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Kannur International Airport to Riyadh Airport for July if you'd like to explore Riyadh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 44ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CNN to RUH in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia you'll want to see. About 386 kms (240 miles) north-east of Riyadh, a visit to Dammam will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Ithra, Adventure World and Al Bayan Mosque.
Want ideas for other well-known places to go in Saudi Arabia? Make tracks 137 kms (85 miles) south-east of Riyadh to Al Kharj. King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque is one of the highlights in the area.
