Popular Airport | Calicut Intl. Airport |
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Approximate Flight Duration | 5 hour 50 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 4720 Km |
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Transportation to Airport from Hurghada City Center
Hurghada International Airport
Minibus, bus, car and taxi are among the alternatives you can prefer to reach Hurghada Airport from the city center. The most important criterion for your journey to the airport is where you are. If you are going to the airport directly from the holiday resorts without passing through the city center, taxi and buses are more practical compared to other transportation options.
Car
You can also travel to the airport from the city center by renting a car. You can rent a car from the car rental companies such as Hertz, Budget and Europecar and you can deliver the car you have rented at the offices of these companies at the airport.
Taxi
Taxi is another option you can prefer for transportation to the airport. Taxi options a little expensive, yet it is comfortable and convenient. You may need to negotiate with taxi drivers before taking a taxi, which you can easily prefer to reach the airport from the coastal areas.
Bus and Minibus
Public transportation is another option you can prefer to reach the airport from the city center. You need to go to the bus stops to take the advantage of bus, while you can easily get on a minibus in the city center or from anywhere on airport route. In addition, you can also go to the airport by the private bus services departing from the hotel where you stay or from the coastal holiday resorts. The buses from the city center to the airport also depart once they reach full capacity, yet there is no such requirement for minibuses.
Airport Information
Hurghada Airport, Egypt's second largest airport, consists of two passenger terminals. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 passenger transportation areas host the world's busiest passenger traffic. The airport, which covers an area of approximately 92.000 meters, has 70 check-in areas and 20 aircraft take-off areas.
The airport, which transports millions of visitor to Hurghada every month, offers a unique atmosphere with shopping stores, restaurants and various souvenir stores for the passengers passing through Hurghada. You can enjoy the delicacies of different cultural cuisines at Hurghada Airport.
You can see the fast-food restaurants like Burger King, McDonald’s and Pizza Hut at the airport, as well as you can also see the restaurants serving local food such as pilaff, chickpea meal, pasta, kebabs and döner kebab. Gad Restaurant and Bulls Restaurant are the most popular restaurants for local cuisine.
At Hurghada Airport, you can buy the products of various brands at affordable prices by taking the advantage of duty-free shopping. Chanel, Christian Dior, Guerlain, Givenchy, Gucci Guilty and Lancome are among the various brands and stores you can see at the airport. In addition, the airport also has a playground for children, stores selling books and newspapers and various British style cafés and bars.
Hurghada Airport also offers VIP lounge service for the passengers. You need to make a reservation in advance to benefit from the passenger lounges which are very stylish and comfortable. The passengers can taste various snacks at VIP lounge while they read international magazines.
Transportation to Kozhikode City Center from Airport
Calicut Intl. Airport
From Calicut International Airport to Kozhikode City Center
Calicut International Airport
Calicut International Airport (IATA: CCJ) is located 28 kilometers from Kozhikode city center, in the state of Kerala. This airport serves Kozhikode, as well as Kalipur, Malappuram, and Wayanad in the Malappuram district of the south Malabar region. Its proximity to the city center offers a variety of transportation options for its visitors, such as taxis, buses, rental cars, auto rickshaws, and hotel shuttles. You can easily reach the city center or the nearest railway station, which is the Feroke railway station, and connect to other major cities in India. Calicut International Airport has one integrated terminal with 23 check-in counters, 42 immigration counters, 5 customer counters, and three security checks. This airport provides services like ATMs, duty-free shops, a bank, an exchange office, a business center, cafes, restaurants, and lounges, which is one being economy class and the other being VIP. Also, a parking lot with a capacity of 542 vehicles and car rental counters are available at the Calicut International Airport.
Bus
Flybuses are operated by Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation(KSRTC) from Calicut International Airport to Kozhikode city center. You can visit the Flybus Booking counters at the airport which are located outside of both terminals. As payment, they accept only cash and although prices start from INR 7, the final price is determined according to your destination so it may differ. The timetable of routes from Calicut International Airport to Kozhikode city center is as follows: 08:00, 09:00, 10:30, 11:30, 13:10, 14:00, 15:30, 16:25, 18:00, 18:45, 20:20, 21:20.
Taxi
A ride from Calicut International Airport to Kozhikode city center takes around 40-50 minutes. There are several taxi companies at the airport, such as Calicut Taxi, Taxi Metro, BCabs, and My Taxi India, which provide services 24/7. Pre-paid taxis are also available and operate 24/7 as well. You can find taxis outside of terminals and prices change according to your location and time, but generally cost between INR 1500-1800.
Rental Car
International rental car companies such as Europcar, Sixt, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, and more are available at the Calicut International Airport, specifically outside of the terminals. You can choose one both for transportation from the airport to the Kozhikode city center and getting around the city. The prices may differ according to mileage, car type, duration, and more, thus keep in mind that rental cars are generally the most expensive option for transportation.
Auto Rickshaw
If you are not traveling with a carry-on, an auto rickshaw is the best method of transportation from Calicut International Airport to Kozhikode city center. You can find them outside of terminals or demand one from the airport. Fares are determined per kilometer, starting around INR 15, so do not forget to ask for an estimated price before embarking.
Hotel Shuttles
Some hotels provide shuttle services from Calicut International Airport to the Kozhikode city center or your hotel. Make sure to ask if this service exists before your flight and share your flight time. Prices may differ as some hotels apply a fee while others provide this service free of charge.