Travelling from Colombo to Kozhikode Calicut International Airport (CCJ): What you need to know
Kozhikode's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Colombo. Kozhikode Calicut International Airport is located in Kozhikode.
To ensure you catch your flight from Colombo to CCJ, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Colombo to CCJ departing from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Chennai International Airport (MAA)
CMB is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Colombo to Kozhikode Calicut International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, 74% land on schedule at their destination.
About Kozhikode Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
Have a late flight from Colombo to Kozhikode Calicut International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near CCJ and get cosy, quick:
Getting from Kozhikode Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to central Kozhikode
Central Kozhikode is around 27 kilometres from Kozhikode Calicut International Airport and takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Kozhikode Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
Right now, 106 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Kozhikode Calicut International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 203 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Colombo to CCJ, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Colombo to Kozhikode Calicut International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Kozhikode Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
October is when most people book flights from Colombo to Kozhikode Calicut International Airport (CCJ). Visit Kozhikode in September for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in a Colombo to CCJ plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kozhikode to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Kozhikode Calicut International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kozhikode
After booking your flight from Colombo to Kozhikode Calicut International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kozhikode:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Juma Masjid, Beypore Beach and Mangrove Forests are major attractions which should feature on every Kozhikode itinerary.
Explore more of India
You've seen Kozhikode, now it's time to discover more of India. Journey about 274 kilometres northeast to Bengaluru to check off its leading attractions. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Coimbatore is another well-known destination in India and is around 113 kilometres east of Kozhikode. No journey is complete without experiencing Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial.
