Kannur to Madurai Distance

Madurai is one of the oldest and culturally rich cities in the Indian state of Tamilnadu. This city is a pilgrimage centre for many tourists as there are over 10 major temples here. The temples are built in the Dravidian style architecture by Madurai Nayak and Pandyan kings.  
Best time to visit
Madurai experiences a hot climate most of the year. Thus, it’s best to visit the city during the winter months. You can consider visiting here anytime between October and March. Chennai to Madurai flights is one of the busiest routes in south India.
Places to visit
Dedicated to goddess Meenakshi, Meenakshi Temple or Meenakshi Amman Temple is the major centre for pilgrims in Madurai located on the southern bank of Vagai River. The temple is beautifully constructed with the colourful intricate carvings on the pillars and walls. `Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple is another popular temple located in Thiruparankundram, which is about 8kms from Madurai. This cave temple is known to be built by Pandyas and boasts of the beautiful architecture. In Madurai, you can also visit the Gandhi Museum, Samanar Hills and Vaigai Dam apart from temples. Book your Madurai hotel near temple from Goibibo.
Hotels and Restaurants
Madurai is called the food capital of Tamil Nadu as it offers a huge variety of cuisines. When it comes to local ones, some of the must-try delicacies are Chettinadu varieties like Kuzhi Paniyaram, Appam, Paruthi Paal, Bengal Fish Curry and Panakarkandu Paal. Also, your trip is incomplete without sipping, Madurai’s famous filter coffee.

Madurai offers all kind of accommodation options for stay. Right from Budget Hotels in Madurai to Luxury Hotels in Madurai / Resorts in Madurai, from 5 star Madurai hotels to service apartments, one can find multiple options as per their need and pocket. Goibibo being the leading travel website has largest collection of hotels on its platform. One can easily find various collection of hotels as well on Goibibo, like couple friendly hotels in Madurai to hotels preferred by Business travellers in Madurai, similarly hotels preferred by students and also the ones preferred by women. Popular locations in Madurai for stay are near Madurai Airport, Madurai Junction, Madurai Main, KK Nagar and Anna Nagar. It is very easy and convenient to compare and book hotels online on Goibibo.

Transportation
Transportation facilities are great inside Madurai as all kinds of transport are available easily and frequently. Madurai International Airport ( IXM) is situated at a distance of 12kms from Madurai Railway Station. It has good connectivity with almost all the cities. There are also frequent international air services by Air India Express, Spicejet, Indigo and Air India to Colombo, Dubai, Sri Lanka and Singapore. The same airlines also serve from Delhi and Mumbai to Madurai. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online via various websites. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on these websites. So for the cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. Madurai Junction Railway Station is the main railway station serving the city. Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore and Delhi are well-connected with Madurai via rail network. City has several luxury and ordinary Madurai buses plying to and from the important cities of Tamilnadu, Karnataka and Kerala.

Located in Kerala, Kannur is a beautiful holiday destination with an overabundance of natural beauty and significant historical landmarks. Pristine beaches, ancient temples, wildlife sanctuaries and interesting museums are the highlights of the city. 
Best Time to Visit
The months from October to February are ideal months to plan a vacation as this coastal city experiences hot summers. 
Places to Visit
St Angelo Fort is a prime tourist attraction in the city. Set on the banks of the mighty Arabian Sea and surrounded by greenery, the centuries-old structure looks extremely awe-inspiring. 
Payyambalam Beach, Baby Beach, Ezhara Beach and Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach are ideal spots for travellers seeking a relaxing day by the beachside. The city takes pride in being home to one of the best snake parks in Asia. Parassinikadavu Snake Park must be on your list of places to visit in the city. Muthappan Temple, Sundareswarar Temple and Kalarivathukkal Temple are some of the popular ancient temples that witness a heavy footfall of devotees. Arakkal Museum, Aralam Wildlife Sanctuary, Kannur Lighthouse and Science Park are a few other interesting sites you can plan to visit. Book hotels in Kannur near to your favourite location from Goibibo.
Hotels and Restaurants
On your trip to Kannur, you can relish authentic Malabar food. Arikkadukka is a famous seafood snack you must try, you can easily find it at local vendors. Raandhal Restaurant is an ideal stop for you to try tasty local cuisine. 
Kannur offers all kind of accommodation options for stay. Right from Budget Hotels in Kannur to Luxury Hotels in Kannur / Resorts in Kannur, from 4 star Kannur hotels to service apartments, one can find multiple options as per their need and pocket. Goibibo being the leading travel website has largest collection of hotels on its platform. One can easily find various collection of hotels as well on Goibibo, like couple friendly hotels in Kannur to hotels preferred by Business travellers in Kannur, similarly hotels preferred by students and also the ones preferred by women. Popular locations in Kannur for stay are near Kannur Airport, Parassinikadavu, Payyambalam, Thottada Beach and Thavakkara. It is very easy and convenient to compare and book hotels online on Goibibo.
Transportation 
Kannur has a systematic and well-planned transportation network making it easy for travellers to visit the city from different parts of the world. With an integrated terminal for both domestic and international visitors, the Kannur International Airport (CNN) handles the air operations for the city. Air India Express, GoAir and IndiGo are the major airlines servicing the airport with direct and connecting flights to destinations such as Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Muscat, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh and many others. Kannur to Hyderabad flight route is one of the busiest routes from Kannur. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. Kannur Railway Station is centrally located in the city and operates regular trains connecting to cities like Chennai, Coimbatore, Bangalore and Mumbai. The Kannur bus services provide good connectivity to cities like Mangalore, Thiruvananthapuram, Palakkad, Kochi and others. Book Bangalore to Kannur bus from Goibibo.  Auto-rickshaws, taxis and city buses are the preferred mode of transportation within the city.