Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Kozhikode is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
To ensure you get on your LGW to CCJ flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Calicut International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between LGW and CCJ:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
At the moment, R 2,850 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Calicut International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 7,677. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LGW to CCJ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Calicut International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to London Gatwick Airport's on-time performance, 69.26% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Calicut International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near LGW:
Arriving at Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
If you're coming in on a late London Gatwick Airport to Calicut International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CCJ:
Getting from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to central Kozhikode
Calicut International Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Kozhikode. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
It takes around 6 hours if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Calicut International Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Kozhikode based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Kozhikode is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Calicut International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LGW to CCJ sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've done Kozhikode, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Journey about 274 kilometres north-east to Bengaluru to check off its leading sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in India, consider Tirunelveli, about 354 kilometres south-east of Kozhikode. Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family are key highlights.