Travelling from Puducherry Airport (PNY) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ): what you need to know
Kozhikode's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Kozhikode five hours 30 minutes ahead of Puducherry.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your PNY to CCJ flight.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak periods, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
How to find the cheapest flights from Puducherry Airport (PNY) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Puducherry Airport to Calicut International Airport flight is R 912. A return plane ticket right now is R 3,496. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from PNY to CCJ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Puducherry Airport to Calicut International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PNY to CCJ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Puducherry Airport to Calicut International Airport.
Handy information about Puducherry Airport (PNY)
To reach Puducherry Airport from central Puducherry, it takes around 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near PNY. Whether you're catching an early flight from Puducherry Airport to Calicut International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Puducherry Airport to Calicut International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CCJ instead:
Getting from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to central Kozhikode
From Calicut International Airport, Kozhikode is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 6 hours.
When to fly to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
January is the busiest month for flights from Puducherry Airport to Calicut International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Kozhikode in April.
Before locking in your flight from Puducherry Airport to Calicut International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Kozhikode, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PNY to CCJ in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Kozhikode. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 354 kilometres south-east of Kozhikode, Tirunelveli is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.