Flying from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 42 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Calicut International Airport to Chennai Airport. Kozhikode and Chennai are in the same timezone — UTC+5:30.
Choose from 26 weekly flights from Calicut International Airport to Chennai Airport. The 04:50 departure with IndiGo is the earliest available from CCJ to MAA. IndiGo operates the latest service of the day at 20:20 if early starts aren't your thing.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Getting to Chennai (and exploring more of India!) is a breeze with IndiGo. This popular airline runs direct flights from Calicut International Airport to Chennai Airport.
To break up your flight from Calicut International Airport to Chennai Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the CCJ - MAA route include:
Cochin International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Once you've found cheap ticket from CCJ to MAA, get your travel documents ready. A visa or passport isn't necessary as you're travelling within India. As long as you have another proof of identity, such as an ID card or driver's license, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Calicut International Airport to Chennai Airport is R 791. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,556. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from CCJ to MAA by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from Calicut International Airport to Chennai Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from CCJ to MAA. You don't need to check every day to find out if airfares have dropped. We'll notify you when there's a change in price.
Use filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Calicut International Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Calicut International Airport (CCJ)
The journey from central Kozhikode to Calicut International Airport takes approximately 6 hours and 1 minute on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 51 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a convenient hotel near CCJ? If you've booked an early flight from Calicut International Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Reserve a hotel near MAA if you're taking a late flight from Calicut International Airport to Chennai Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to the centre of Chennai takes around 47 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 49 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Calicut International Airport to Chennai Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Chennai in April.
Book your flight from Calicut International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to explore Chennai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 28ºC and 37ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CCJ to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
More about Chennai
After locking in your flights from CCJ to MAA, you'll need to find a place to stay in Chennai. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
Marina Beach and Fort St. George are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Chennai to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Government Museum.
Complete your Chennai trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Chennai Airport, explore our great car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Chennai stay.