CALICUT INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Calicut International Airport

One of the busiest airports in India, the Calicut International Airport, also called Karipur Airport serves the cities of Kozhikode and Malappuram in Kerala. Calicut is an ideal place to visit in India and hence, many people from different parts of the world explore this place to experience its natural charm and scenic beauty. That is why the airport became international in 2006 by garnering the attention of many.

Get an insight of the Calicut International Airport:

Starting with terminals, there has been a recent installation of 5 conveyor belts at the arrival terminal. Calicut International Airport has 2 terminals, i.e., Domestic Terminal and International Terminal.

Domestic Terminal: It is designed for the local and regional flights within the country. This terminal hosts about 80 to 90 flights in a week and is being categorized as the main hub of Air India. This terminal operates a number of airlines such as; Air India, Air India Express, IndiGo, Jet Airways, SpiceJet, and some others with two passenger entry and exit gates.

International Terminal: This terminal specifically hosts the international flights worldwide mainly for the gulf region. At peak hours, the terminal handles around 250 passengers and serves them with all the basic amenities like shops, lounge and restaurants, etc.

Facilities Provided By The Calicut International Airport:

Information Desk: Information desks especially at the busiest airports are really helpful. Calicut Airport has it at the Domestic Arrivals Hall.

ATMs : The availability of ATMs / cash machines are there at the Domestic Departures and International Arrivals.

Banking: Vijaya Bank kiosks at the International Departures and Arrivals will help you for accessing any banking service you want.

Currency Exchange: NL Forex gives you the facility of currency exchange and is located at the International Departures and Arrivals.

Lounge: The lounge called Al Hind Malabar Palace Executive, is at International Terminal and is open 24 hours.

Hotels:

Many hotels are there surrounding the Calicut International Airport. Have a look!

Duty-Free Shops: The Flemingo Duty-Free shops at the areas of International Departures and Arrivals, give passengers an opportunity to shop a variety of souvenirs and local crafts present throughout the airport.

Food And Drinks: A variety of options are available there at business hours for passengers at both the terminals (land-side and air-side).

Family Services: The Child Care Room at the airport will help the passengers traveling with kids. It is available free of cost.

Disabled Services: The wheelchair service is present at the airport, but it is recommended that passengers with reduced mobility must coordinate with their respective airlines.

Luggage Wrapping: One can access this service at the International Departures Hall (land-side).

Meditation Halls And Prayer Rooms: At the airport, meditation halls and prayers rooms are also available free of cost to the passengers.

Transportation: KSRTC buses are there for the passengers which link the airport with places like Kasargod, Kozhikode, etc. Also, prepaid taxis are readily available. Metered taxis as well as auto-rickshaws can be hired from outside the airport.

Parking: The airport offers passengers both, short-term and long-term parking options by supporting more than 800 cars. The drop & go, pay-less parking, free baggage, and a free shuttle ride to the airport, are the services provided by the airport.