Flying from Muscat Airport (MCT) to Kozhikode Airport (CCJ): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Muscat Airport to Kozhikode Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Kozhikode is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Muscat.
There are 18 Muscat Airport to Kozhikode Airport flights each week.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MCT to CCJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Traveling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Muscat Airport to Kozhikode Airport, so jetting to Kozhikode (and then seeing more of India!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
SalamAir is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
The most punctual carrier offering MCT to CCJ flights is Air India Express. Its services arrive without delay 78.13% of the time.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Muscat Airport to Kozhikode Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MCT and CCJ:
Mumbai Airport
Bengaluru Airport
Sharjah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat Airport (MCT) to Kozhikode Airport (CCJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Muscat Airport to Kozhikode Airport flight is $121. A return ticket right now is $226. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from MCT to CCJ, book your journey 11 months ahead of your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Muscat Airport to Kozhikode Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Muscat Airport (MCT)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Muscat Airport, 79% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Muscat Airport from central Muscat, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 31 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The trip on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a relaxed start by staying near MCT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Muscat Airport to Kozhikode Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Kozhikode Airport (CCJ)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Muscat Airport to Kozhikode Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CCJ instead:
Getting from Kozhikode Airport (CCJ) to central Kozhikode
From Kozhikode Airport, Kozhikode is approximately 27 kilometers away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the center by car.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Kozhikode Airport (CCJ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Muscat Airport to Kozhikode Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Kozhikode in March.
When reserving your flight from Muscat Airport to Kozhikode Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Kozhikode, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCT to CCJ in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Kozhikode is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometers north-east of Kozhikode, a trip to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in India, consider Tirunelveli, about 354 kilometers south-east of Kozhikode. Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), ISKCON Tirunelveli and Sri Kailasanather & Sri Soundaravalli Ambal Temple are among the biggest draws.
