Travelling from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Brussels: what you need to know
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1. The city is four hours 30 minutes behind Kozhikode, where Calicut International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to make your CCJ to Brussels flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from CCJ to Brussels, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
CCJ is about 14 miles from central Kozhikode. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 6 hours.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near CCJ. Whether you have an early flight from Calicut International Airport to Brussels or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
75.95% of flights that leave from Calicut International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Brussels
£211 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Calicut International Airport to Brussels flight. A round-trip ticket right now is £439. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from CCJ to Brussels. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Calicut International Airport to Brussels across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CCJ to Brussels by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Calicut International Airport to Brussels.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) is around 9 miles from central Brussels. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Calicut International Airport to Brussels, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near BRU:
Travel at your own speed with a Brussels Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and chase adventure across Brussels and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from CCJ to Brussels.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
The centre of Brussels is around 35 miles from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). After your flight from Calicut International Airport to Brussels has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to CRL. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your CCJ to Brussels flight:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty or Budget and be off and running.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from CRL two weeks in advance often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
Plan your trip to Brussels in peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Calicut International Airport to Brussels in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Calicut International Airport to Brussels plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Search for cheap tickets from CCJ to Brussels in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Brussels
Once you've booked your flight from Calicut International Airport to Brussels, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Brussels:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Atomium, Grand Place and Manneken Pis are top sights which should be on any good Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
You've visited Brussels, now it's time to explore other corners of Belgium. Journey around 70 miles west to Ostend to check off its must-visit sights. From Fort Napoleon to The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Verviers is another standout destination in Belgium and is around 70 miles east of Brussels. No trip is complete without experiencing Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle.
