Kannur to Riyadh (CNN–RUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
While no nonstop service exists between CNN and RUH, 1-stop connecting options are available.
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Riyadh from Kannur
| Metric | CNN→RUH | CCJ→RUH | COK→RUH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CNN | – | 61 mi | 135 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 4 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 3 | 30 | 23 |
| Flight time | 5h 5m | 5h 5m | 5h |
Travel Essentials
CNN: IST · RUH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Kannur, it's 3.5:00 PM in Riyadh.
Indian passport holders need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. The eVisa for tourism is available through visa.visitsaudi.com. It costs around 535 SAR (includes insurance), allows multiple entries, and is valid for 1 year with stays of up to 90 days per visit. Processing is typically within minutes. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
For Hajj and Umrah, separate visa categories apply through the Nusuk platform. Work visas require employer sponsorship through the Saudi MOFA.
CNN–RUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CNN to RUH
Kannur International Airport (CNN) and King Khalid International Airport (RUH) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
CNN to RUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CNN to RUH is about 5 hours 5 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,088 miles (3,360 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hamad, Dubai and Zayed. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Calicut (CCJ), Kochi (COK) and Bengaluru (BLR).