Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Calicut International Airport.
Kozhikode's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Chennai.
Flights from MAA to CCJ start at 04:50 — the earliest with IndiGo. The last departure is at 18:20 with IndiGo. Overall, you can take your pick of 52 weekly Chennai Airport to Calicut International Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your MAA to CCJ flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
IndiGo offers direct flights from Chennai Airport to Calicut International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Kozhikode — and maybe even more of India if your schedule allows.
IndiGo is the top choice for travellers on this route.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier operating MAA to CCJ flights. A reliable 96.67% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chennai Airport to Calicut International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAA and CCJ:
Kempegowda International Airport
Cochin International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Calicut International Airport flight is R 729. A round-trip ticket is currently R 1,456. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book seven months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MAA to CCJ.
The cheapest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Calicut International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights that leave from Chennai Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MAA? If you've booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Calicut International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Chennai Airport to Calicut International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CCJ instead:
Getting from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to central Kozhikode
Calicut International Airport to central Kozhikode has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 6 hours.
When to fly to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Calicut International Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Kozhikode based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Chennai Airport to Calicut International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Kozhikode, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to CCJ in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Kozhikode has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north-east of Kozhikode, a visit to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 354 kilometres south-east of Kozhikode, Tirunelveli is another favourite stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.