Calicut to Sharjah (CCJ–SHJ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CCJ–SHJ is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air India Express and Air Arabia lead the route. The flight covers 1,657 miles in approximately 4h. Beyond nonstop, 11 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IX Air India Express | 14 | 738 | 4h10 | – | – | – |
| G9 Air Arabia | 7 | 320 | 4h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Sharjah from Calicut
| Metric | CCJ→SHJ | CJB→SHJ | COK→SHJ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CCJ | – | 74 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 5 | 35 |
| Flight time | 4h | 4h 5m | 4h 10m |
Travel Essentials
CCJ: IST · SHJ: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in Calicut, it's 4.5:00 PM in Sharjah.
Indian passport holders need a visa to enter the UAE. The most common option is a 30-day tourist visa, available through airlines (Emirates and Air India offer visa services at booking), travel agencies, or UAE-based sponsors via the ICA or GDRFA portals. A 30-day single-entry visa costs AED 300 to AED 350 (about $82 to $95) plus service fees that vary by provider. Processing takes 3 to 5 working days. A 14-day transit visa through Emirates costs around AED 100 ($27) if you have an Emirates ticket. There is no visa on arrival for Indian nationals.
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with two blank pages. Required documents include a passport copy, passport-sized photo with white background, confirmed return ticket, and proof of accommodation. Some providers also ask for bank statements showing a minimum balance (typically INR 50,000 to INR 100,000). The visa is sent electronically and linked to your passport number. Print a copy for the airline check-in counter.
Direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Kochi, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, and several other Indian cities serve Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with flight times of 3 to 4 hours. Emirates, Air India, IndiGo, and flydubai run heavy frequency on these routes. The UAE dirham (AED) is pegged to the US dollar at 3.6725 AED per $1. No vaccination requirements for Indian arrivals. ATMs and currency exchanges are abundant at all UAE airports. Metro and bus systems in Dubai accept the Nol card, available at stations for AED 25 including AED 19 credit.
CCJ–SHJ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CCJ to SHJ
Calicut International Airport (CCJ) and Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) are connected by nonstop service from Air Arabia and Air India Express. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
CCJ to SHJ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CCJ to SHJ ranges from 4 hours 0 minutes to 4 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,657 miles (2,667 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 49 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via BOM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Coimbatore (CJB), Kochi (COK) and Mangaluru (IXE).