How long should I plan for a layover in Mangaluru?

The best layover in Mangaluru is 4–12 hours. This gives you enough time to reach the city, see the highlights, and return to the airport with buffer time.

Do I need a visa for a layover in Mangaluru?

US passport holders can get a visa on arrival for a layover in Mangaluru.

Is Mangaluru a good layover city?

Mangaluru scores 61/100 on the LayoverScore™. It is a solid layover option, especially if you have 4+ hours.

Mangaluru layover (IXE). 12h. LayoverScore™ 61.

MangaluruIXE6h on the groundScore 61

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Mangaluru

30 minutes to city center. 4–12 hours of layover time.

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Panambur Beach for Arabian Sea sunsets and water sports

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How long at Mangaluru?

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What 12 hours in Mangaluru gets you.

Panambur Beach for Arabian Sea sunsets and water sports. Kadri Manjunath Temple, an 11th-century hilltop shrine. Sultan Battery, a 17th-century tidal island watchtower.

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How long at Mangaluru?

What 12 hours in Mangaluru gets you.

Ancient temples, spice-scented streets, and Arabian Sea beaches await in Mangaluru.

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