Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Kozhikode Airport (CCJ): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Kozhikode Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 5 minutes.
Kozhikode is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Dubai and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
There are 29 Dubai Airport to Kozhikode Airport flights every week to choose from.
Your DXB to CCJ flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Dubai Airport to Kozhikode Airport, so jetting to Kozhikode (and then visiting more of India!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Air India Express.
Air India Express is a leader in on-time performance for DXB to CCJ flights, with 88.8% of services landing on schedule.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dubai Airport to Kozhikode Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between DXB and CCJ include:
Mumbai Airport
Bengaluru Airport
Muscat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Kozhikode Airport (CCJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to Kozhikode Airport flight is 128 €. A return fare right now is 276 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from DXB to CCJ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Kozhikode Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Finding cheap flights from DXB to CCJ is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai Airport to Kozhikode Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Of all flights leaving Dubai Airport, 71% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to DXB? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai Airport to Kozhikode Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kozhikode Airport (CCJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Dubai Airport to Kozhikode Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CCJ instead:
Getting from Kozhikode Airport (CCJ) to central Kozhikode
Kozhikode Airport to central Kozhikode has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Kozhikode Airport (CCJ)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Kozhikode Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Kozhikode. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Dubai Airport to Kozhikode Airport for March if you want to visit Kozhikode during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DXB to CCJ sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've visited Kozhikode, now it's time to discover more of India. Journey about 274 kilometres north-east to Bengaluru to check off its popular sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 354 kilometres south-east of Kozhikode, Tirunelveli is another essential stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), ISKCON Tirunelveli and Sri Kailasanather & Sri Soundaravalli Ambal Temple.