Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ): what you need to know
Around 5 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Calicut International Airport.
Kozhikode's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Kozhikode two hours 30 minutes ahead of Riyadh.
Flights from RUH to CCJ start from 00:40 — the earliest with flynas. The last departure is at 23:55 with Air India Express. In total, you can choose from 23 weekly King Khaled International Airport to Calicut International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to CCJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Flying into Kozhikode (and then discovering more of India!) is a snap with Air India Express. This popular carrier has direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Calicut International Airport.
Air India Express is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Calicut International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between RUH and CCJ include:
King Fahd International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
Currently, C$111 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Calicut International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$343. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from RUH to CCJ by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Calicut International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RUH to CCJ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from King Khaled International Airport to Calicut International Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that depart RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach King Khaled International Airport from central Riyadh, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient hotel close to RUH? If you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Calicut International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
Book a hotel near CCJ if you have a late King Khaled International Airport to Calicut International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to central Kozhikode
Calicut International Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Kozhikode. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
It'll take 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 King Khaled International Airport to Calicut International Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Kozhikode based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Calicut International Airport, consider the type 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 RUH to CCJ in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've done Kozhikode, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Travel around 274 kilometres north-east to Bengaluru to tick off its leading attractions. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Tirunelveli is another standout destination in India and is around 354 kilometres south-east of Kozhikode. No trip is complete without experiencing Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.