Travelling from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Around 5 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Calicut International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Riyadh two hours 30 minutes behind Kozhikode.
Each week, there are ten Calicut International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as early as possible, pick the 07:25 flynas flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 20:25 with Air India Express.
Leave enough time to catch your CCJ to RUH flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like January? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Air India Express has direct flights from Calicut International Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Riyadh — and maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Air India Express on this route.
Flynas is the most punctual carrier offering CCJ to RUH flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Calicut International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CCJ and RUH include:
Sharjah International Airport
Dubai Airport
Bahrain International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Calicut International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight is Rs35,231. A round-trip fare is currently Rs80,252. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from CCJ to RUH by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Calicut International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CCJ to RUH.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Calicut International Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Handy information about Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
75.95% of flights that leave from Calicut International Airport reach their destination on time.
Calicut International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Kozhikode. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 6 hours when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to CCJ? If you're catching an early flight from Calicut International Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Calicut International Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RUH instead:
Pick up a King Khaled International Airport rental car and explore Riyadh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Final Rentals are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from King Khaled International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport to the centre of Riyadh has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Calicut International Airport to King Khaled International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Riyadh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Calicut International Airport to King Khaled International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Riyadh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 44ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CCJ to RUH in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia just waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometres north-east of Riyadh, a visit to Dammam will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Al Kharj is another great place to check out during your travels through Saudi Arabia. Head on over to this destination, which is around 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh, for highlights like Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park.