Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Kozhikode is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul.
Leave plenty of time to catch your IST to CCJ flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Calicut International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between IST and CCJ include:
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
Right now, $179 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Calicut International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $597. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IST to CCJ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Calicut International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from IST to CCJ.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Calicut International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 45 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Calicut International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to IST:
Arriving at Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
Reserve a hotel close to CCJ if you're on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Calicut International Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to central Kozhikode
Calicut International Airport to central Kozhikode has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It'll take around 6 hours when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
January is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Calicut International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Kozhikode in April.
The warmest month in Kozhikode is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Calicut International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IST to CCJ around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Kozhikode has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres north-east of Kozhikode, a visit to Bengaluru will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in India, head for Tirunelveli, about 354 kilometres south-east of Kozhikode. Smart City, Green Space Phase I, Ramalingam Nagar Park, Udaiyarpatti Lake and Master Kings Family are key highlights.