Flying from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Mangalore Airport (IXE): what you need to know
Kozhikode and Mangalore share the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
Leave plenty of time to make your CCJ to IXE flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like January? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Calicut International Airport to Mangalore Airport. These are the top stopovers between CCJ and IXE:
Kempegowda International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Mangalore Airport (IXE)
At the moment, $82 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Calicut International Airport to Mangalore Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $160. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from CCJ to IXE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Calicut International Airport to Mangalore Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from CCJ to IXE.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Calicut International Airport to Mangalore Airport.
Handy information about Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
Of the flights that depart from Calicut International Airport, 75.95% land on time at their destination.
Calicut International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Kozhikode. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 6 hours.
Booked an early flight from Calicut International Airport to Mangalore Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to CCJ:
Arriving at Mangalore Airport (IXE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IXE if you have a late Calicut International Airport to Mangalore Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to central Mangalore
Mangalore Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Mangalore. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Mangalore Airport (IXE)
The quietest month for a flight from Calicut International Airport to Mangalore Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Mangalore based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Calicut International Airport to Mangalore Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mangalore, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 34ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CCJ to IXE in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of India
Mangalore has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres east of Mangalore, a trip to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 306 kilometres south-east of Mangalore, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.