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Cheap Flight Deals from Dubai to Kannur — Compare Dubai to Kannur Flights | Travelwings UAE

Overview: A Dubai to Kannur flight connects Dubai (DXB) with Kannur in northern Kerala, covering approximately 2,589 km with a nonstop flight time of around 3 hours 48 minutes to 4 hours. The Dubai to Kannur route is served direct by Air India, Air India Express, IndiGo, Emirates, and Air Arabia, with daily departures in Economy and Business Class. Flights arrive at Kannur International Airport (CNN), Kerala's newest international airport, opened in 2018. Travelwings UAE compares live Dubai to Kannur flight fares across every airline in real time, with transparent AED pricing and instant e-ticket confirmation.

Searching for cheap Dubai to Kannur flights? Whether you're heading home to northern Kerala, visiting family, travelling for business, or planning a Malabar holiday, this route has become an increasingly popular UAE–Kerala connection since Kannur International Airport opened. Travelwings UAE makes it easy to compare every airline, departure time, and fare in a single search.

With real-time fare comparison, transparent AED pricing, and instant e-ticket confirmation, Travelwings takes the guesswork out of booking your Dubai to Kannur flight.

Why Fly from Dubai to Kannur?

Kannur is a major city in northern Kerala's Malabar region. Before Kannur International Airport opened in 2018, travellers from the area used Calicut or Mangalore airports — often a long road journey away. The new airport transformed access for the large Kannur-region community in the UAE, and this is now a well-established, high-demand route.

  • Distance: Approximately 2,589 km
  • Nonstop flight time: Around 3 hours 48 minutes to 4 hours
  • Time difference: India is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of the UAE
  • Arrival airport: Kannur International Airport (CNN) — Kerala's newest international airport, opened in 2018
  • Frequency: Daily nonstop departures from Dubai

Which Airlines Operate the Dubai to Kannur Flight?

The Dubai to Kannur route is served by a mix of full-service and low-cost carriers. Airlines operating on this corridor include:

  • Air India — Full-service flights connecting Dubai with Kannur
  • Air India Express — Low-cost daily service, popular with Malabar travellers
  • IndiGo — India's largest low-cost carrier, with competitive fares on the route
  • Emirates — Service from Dubai International (DXB) with Economy and Business Class
  • Air Arabia — Low-cost option, with services from the wider UAE

Because Travelwings compares all airlines in one real-time search, you can quickly find the best combination of price, departure time, and cabin for your Dubai to Kannur flight.

What Is the Dubai to Kannur Ticket Price?

The Dubai to Kannur ticket price varies by airline, cabin class, season, and how far ahead you book. Fares on this route move constantly with demand rather than sitting at a fixed level. Because Travelwings displays live, real-time pricing, the most accurate way to see the current dubai to kannur flight ticket cost is to run a search for your specific travel dates.

These habits consistently help travellers find the best fares:

  • Book around 40 days (6 weeks) ahead — widely cited as the optimal window for the lowest fares on Kerala routes
  • Travel midweek — Tuesday and Wednesday departures are usually cheaper than weekend flights
  • Consider September — historically one of the most affordable months on the Dubai–Kannur route
  • Compare low-cost and full-service carriers — Air India Express, IndiGo, and Air Arabia often offer the most competitive fares on a flight from Dubai to Kannur
  • Set a Travelwings fare alert — get notified automatically when fares drop on your chosen dates

How Do You Book a Dubai to Kannur Flight on Travelwings?

  1. Visit travelwings.com UAE and enter Dubai (DXB) as your origin and Kannur (CNN) as your destination
  2. Select your travel dates — one-way or return — and the number of passengers
  3. Compare live Dubai to Kannur flights across all airlines, sorted by price, departure time, or duration
  4. Choose your preferred flight and cabin class
  5. Complete secure payment using your preferred method
  6. Receive your e-ticket instantly by email — accessible from your Travelwings account at any time

What Should You Know About Kannur International Airport?

Kannur International Airport (CNN) opened in 2018 and is Kerala's newest and fourth international airport. Located at Mattannur, around 25 km from Kannur city, it is a modern airport with full international handling. The airport dramatically improved air access for the Kannur, Kasaragod, and Wayanad regions, whose residents previously relied on Calicut or Mangalore. Taxis, app-based cabs, and buses are available for onward travel.

What Awaits You in Kannur and Northern Kerala?

  • Payyambalam Beach — A long, clean city beach popular for sunsets
  • Theyyam ritual art — Kannur is the heartland of this spectacular traditional ritual performance art
  • St. Angelo Fort — A historic Portuguese-built coastal fort
  • Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach — One of the longest drive-in beaches in Asia
  • Handloom heritage — Kannur is famous across India for its handloom weaving industry

More Dubai to Kerala Flight Routes

Kannur is one of four major Kerala gateways served from Dubai. If you're comparing airports — or travelling on to another part of Kerala — these related Travelwings route pages will help:

All prices, inclusions, availability, and offers shown are indicative and subject to change without notice based on seasonal demand, supplier terms, and travel dates. Final pricing is confirmed at the time of booking with Travelwings.

Frequently Asked Questions: Dubai to Kannur Flights

1. How long is the Dubai to Kannur flight time?

A direct nonstop Dubai to Kannur flight takes approximately 3 hours 48 minutes to 4 hours, depending on the aircraft, airline, and weather. The Dubai to Kannur flight time for connecting flights with a stopover is considerably longer.

2. Which airlines fly from Dubai to Kannur?

Air India, Air India Express, IndiGo, Emirates, and Air Arabia operate on the Dubai to Kannur route, with both nonstop and connecting options. Travelwings compares all of them in a single real-time search.

3. What is the Dubai to Kannur ticket price?

The Dubai to Kannur ticket price changes constantly with demand, season, and booking lead time. Because Travelwings shows live, real-time pricing, the most accurate way to see the current dubai to kannur flight ticket cost is to search your specific dates. Booking around 6 weeks ahead and travelling midweek generally secures the best fare.

4. How far is Kannur from Dubai?

The flight distance from Dubai to Kannur is approximately 2,589 km. The nonstop flight covers this in just under four hours.

5. Which airport do Dubai to Kannur flights arrive at?

Dubai to Kannur flights arrive at Kannur International Airport (CNN) at Mattannur, around 25 km from Kannur city. Opened in 2018, it is Kerala's newest international airport.

6. What is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Kannur?

September is historically one of the most affordable months for cheap Dubai to Kannur flights, as travel demand is lower. Booking around 40 days in advance and choosing midweek departures also helps secure lower fares.

7. Can I book a one-way flight from Dubai to Kannur?

Yes — Travelwings supports both one-way and return bookings on the Dubai to Kannur route. Simply select "One way" when entering your search.

8. When did Kannur International Airport open?

Kannur International Airport (CNN) opened in 2018. It is Kerala's newest and fourth international airport, and it dramatically improved air access for travellers from the Kannur, Kasaragod, and Wayanad regions.