Which airport should I fly into for Kāsaragod?

For long-haul and international flights, Mangalore International Airport (IXE) is the main gateway near Kāsaragod. The closest airport, Mangalore International Airport (IXE), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Kāsaragod?

The nearest is about 33 mi (53 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Kāsaragod?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Kāsaragod

The closest airports to Kāsaragod, India: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Kāsaragod, India is Mangalore International Airport (IXE), about 33 mi (53 km) away — roughly 59 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
IXE	Mangalore International AirportMangalore, India	33 mi / 53 km	59 min	International
CNN	Kannur International AirportMattanur, India	55 mi / 89 km	1 hr 39 min	International
RQY	Shivamogga AirportShimoga, India	103 mi / 165 km	2 hr 23 min	Regional
MYQ	Mysore AirportMysore, India	113 mi / 182 km	2 hr 38 min	Regional
CCJ	Calicut International AirportCalicut, India	114 mi / 184 km	2 hr 39 min	International
CJB	Coimbatore International AirportCoimbatore, India	172 mi / 277 km	4 hr	International

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Mangalore International Airport (IXE) is the most convenient at about 33 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Kāsaragod. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with IXE.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near IXE saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Kāsaragod is Mangalore International Airport (IXE), about 33 mi (53 km) away — roughly 59 min by road.