That depends largely on where you’re planning to go. Downtown Thalassery, about 9 miles from Kannur Airport (CNN-Kannur Intl.), can be a bit tricky to drive in. Make things easy for yourself by reserving something small, fuel-efficient, and simple to handle. Having said that, Thalassery is also a jumping off point for many of the sandy shores around Kerala. If your trip is more about cruising down highways, you may want a ride with more trunk space and extra legroom. How about a full-size car or a standard SUV?