Calicut to Riyadh (CCJ–RUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CCJ–RUH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air India Express and Saudia lead the route. The flight covers 2,139 miles in approximately 5h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 12 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IX Air India Express | 14 | 7M8 | 5h45 | – | – | – |
| SV Saudia | 10 | 321 | 5h35-5h43 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Riyadh from Calicut
| Metric | CCJ→RUH | COK→RUH | BLR→RUH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CCJ | – | 74 mi | 185 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 24 | 8 | 9 |
| Flight time | 5h 35m | 5h 30m | 5h 40m |
Travel Essentials
CCJ: IST · RUH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Calicut, it's 3.5:00 PM in Riyadh.
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CCJ–RUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CCJ to RUH
Calicut International Airport (CCJ) and King Khalid International Airport (RUH) are connected by nonstop service from Air India Express and Saudia. With 24 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
CCJ to RUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CCJ to RUH ranges from 5 hours 35 minutes to 5 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,139 miles (3,442 km). There are approximately 24 weekly flights outbound and 26 return, totaling 50 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via COK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Kochi (COK), Bengaluru (BLR) and Thiruvananthapuram (TRV).