Nearest Airport to Coorg

Coorg (Kodagu), the coffee country of Karnataka, has no airport — the nearest are Kannur (CNN) ~110 km and Mangalore (IXE) ~135 km.

☕ Nearest: Kannur (CNN)🚗 ~110–135 km🛫 Also Mangalore / Mysuru / Bengaluru
Last updated: June 2026 · confirm flight availability and schedules before booking
⚠️ There is no airport in Coorg Coorg (Kodagu district), centred on the town of Madikeri, is Karnataka's coffee-growing hill region and has no airport. The nearest are Kannur (CNN) in Kerala at about 110 km and Mangalore (IXE) at about 135 km. Mysuru (~120 km) and Bengaluru (~250 km) are also used depending on flight options.

Best Airports to Fly Into for Coorg

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Kannur International
CNN
Distance: ~110 km to Madikeri
Drive time: 3–3.5 hours
Often the closest airport to Coorg, in northern Kerala, with growing domestic and Gulf connectivity. A scenic drive up via Virajpet.
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Mangalore International
IXE
Distance: ~135 km to Madikeri
Drive time: 3.5–4 hours
A well-connected coastal airport, a popular gateway to Coorg via Sullia or Madikeri.
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Mysuru
MYQ
Distance: ~120 km to Madikeri
Drive time: 3 hours
Limited flights but a short, easy drive to Coorg through Kushalnagar. Bengaluru (BLR, ~250 km) is the wider-network fallback.
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By Train

🚆 Coorg has no railway. The nearest railheads are Mysuru (MYS, ~120 km) and Mangaluru, from where you continue by road to Madikeri.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an airport in Coorg?
No. Coorg (Kodagu) has no airport. The nearest are Kannur (CNN, ~110 km) and Mangalore (IXE, ~135 km), with Mysuru (~120 km) and Bengaluru (~250 km) also used.
Which is the nearest airport to Coorg?
Kannur International Airport (IATA: CNN) in Kerala is often the closest to Coorg at about 110 km, followed by Mysuru (~120 km) and Mangalore (IXE, ~135 km). Bengaluru (BLR) is the widest-network option at about 250 km.
How do I reach Coorg by flight?
Fly into Kannur (CNN) or Mangalore (IXE) for the shortest drives (3–4 hours) to Madikeri, or Mysuru for an easy 3 hour approach. If those flights do not suit you, fly into Bengaluru and drive about 5–6 hours via Mysuru.
What is the nearest railway station to Coorg?
Coorg has no railway station. The nearest railheads are Mysuru (MYS), about 120 km away, and Mangaluru, both with trains from major cities. From either, you continue to Madikeri by road.
What is the best time to visit Coorg?
October to March is ideal — pleasant weather, misty mornings, and the coffee-blossom season around early spring. The monsoon (June–September) is lush and dramatic but wet, with the risk of landslides. Summers (April–May) are mild compared with the plains.

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