Flying from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Calicut International Airport is 3 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Kozhikode is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Sharjah.
Take your pick of 18 weekly Sharjah International Airport to Calicut International Airport flights. The 01:00 departure with Air India Express is the earliest available. Air India Express operates the latest service of the day at 23:00.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SHJ to CCJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Air Arabia is your ticket to exploring Kozhikode (and perhaps some other great parts of India!). Check out the direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Calicut International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Air Arabia.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for SHJ to CCJ flights is Air Arabia.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Calicut International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SHJ and CCJ:
Hamad International Airport
Cochin International Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
£66 is the best price for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Calicut International Airport flight. A return flight starts at £169. These fares may change based on availability.
Book five months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SHJ to CCJ.
The cheapest month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Calicut International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
76.09% of flights departing from Sharjah International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Sharjah International Airport is about 7 miles from central Sharjah. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Calicut International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SHJ:
Arriving at Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
Consider booking a hotel close to CCJ if you're on a late Sharjah International Airport to Calicut International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to central Kozhikode
Calicut International Airport to the centre of Kozhikode has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 17 miles away.
It typically takes 6 hours if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
January is the busiest month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Calicut International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Kozhikode in April.
Lock in your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Calicut International Airport for March if you want to explore Kozhikode during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SHJ to CCJ in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Kozhikode has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be explored. About 170 miles north-east of Kozhikode, a trip to Bengaluru will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Tirunelveli is another standout destination in India and is around 220 miles south-east of Kozhikode. No journey is complete without experiencing Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family.