Flying from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Calicut International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CCJ and IST are:
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey). Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before booking your cheap ticket from CCJ to IST, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Calicut International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is $227. The cheapest price for a return flight is $409. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from CCJ to IST, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Calicut International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport across every month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from CCJ to IST is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Calicut International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Simply enter your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
Located around 27 kilometers from the center of Kozhikode, Calicut International Airport can be reached in about 51 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport will take roughly 6 hours and 1 minute.
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Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Calicut International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near IST:
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometers away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the center driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
August is the most popular month for flights from Calicut International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Istanbul in February.
Book your flight from Calicut International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to visit Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CCJ to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.
More about Istanbul
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Istanbul right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from CCJ to IST:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are top sights which should be on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is another international airport for traveling to and from Istanbul. It might even be an easier or cheaper choice depending on your plans, so it's worth considering.
Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental
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