Flying from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Kozhikode Airport (CCJ): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to Kozhikode Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours.
Kozhikode is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Abu Dhabi and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Every week, there are 38 Zayed International Airport to Kozhikode Airport flights.
Your AUH to CCJ flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like December? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Zayed International Airport to Kozhikode Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Kozhikode (and then other destinations in India) is easy. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
Most passengers choose to fly with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi on this route.
IndiGo ranks as the top on-time carrier for AUH to CCJ flights, with 91.04% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Zayed International Airport to Kozhikode Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between AUH and CCJ include:
Mumbai Airport
Bengaluru Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Kozhikode Airport (CCJ)
Currently, $262 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Zayed International Airport to Kozhikode Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $539. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from AUH to CCJ by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zayed International Airport to Kozhikode Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from AUH to CCJ.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Zayed International Airport to Kozhikode Airport.
Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Of the flights that depart from Zayed International Airport, 75% land on schedule at their destination.
Zayed International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near AUH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Kozhikode Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Kozhikode Airport (CCJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Zayed International Airport to Kozhikode Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CCJ instead:
Getting from Kozhikode Airport (CCJ) to central Kozhikode
Kozhikode Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Kozhikode. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Kozhikode Airport (CCJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Zayed International Airport to Kozhikode Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Kozhikode based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Kozhikode is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Zayed International Airport to Kozhikode Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AUH to CCJ in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've seen Kozhikode, now it's time to explore more of India. Journey about 274 kilometres north-east to Bengaluru to tick off its popular sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, your itinerary will be busy.
Tirunelveli is another must-experience destination in India and is around 354 kilometres south-east of Kozhikode. No journey is complete without visiting Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), ISKCON Tirunelveli and Sri Kailasanather & Sri Soundaravalli Ambal Temple.