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Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Kanyakumari

Updated: March 13, 2024 08:49 PM
Kanyakumari

Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Kanyakumari

Language

The official language of Kanyakumari is Tamil. However, English, Hindi, and Malayalam are also widely spoken.

Currency

The official currency of Kanyakumari is the Indian Rupee (INR).

Distance

The distance between Calicut International Airport (CCJ) and Kanyakumari is approximately 500 kilometers.

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Kanyakumari from Calicut International Airport (CCJ):

  • By air: There are no direct flights from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Kanyakumari. However, you can fly to Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) and then take a bus or train to Kanyakumari.
  • By train: There are several trains that run from Calicut Junction railway station to Kanyakumari railway station. The journey takes approximately 12 hours.
  • By bus: There are several buses that run from Calicut bus stand to Kanyakumari bus stand. The journey takes approximately 10 hours.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Kanyakumari will vary depending on the mode of transport and the time of year. However, you can expect to spend around INR 1,000-2,000 on transportation.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Kanyakumari is during the winter months (October to March) when the weather is pleasant and there is less rainfall.

What to Eat

Kanyakumari is known for its seafood dishes. Some of the must-try dishes include:

  • Karimeen fry: A dish made with fried pearl spot fish.
  • Neymeen curry: A dish made with red snapper fish cooked in a coconut milk sauce.
  • Appam: A type of pancake made with fermented rice batter.
  • Puttu: A type of steamed rice cake.

Where to Go

There are several places to visit in Kanyakumari, including:

  • Kanyakumari Beach: The southernmost point of India.
  • Vivekananda Rock Memorial: A memorial to Swami Vivekananda, located on a small island off the coast of Kanyakumari.
  • Thiruvalluvar Statue: A statue of the Tamil poet Thiruvalluvar, located at the southernmost tip of India.
  • Padmanabhaswamy Temple: A temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, located in the town of Thiruvananthapuram.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Kanyakumari:

  • What is the distance between Calicut International Airport (CCJ) and Kanyakumari? The distance between Calicut International Airport (CCJ) and Kanyakumari is approximately 500 kilometers.
  • How long does it take to get from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Kanyakumari? The journey from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Kanyakumari takes approximately 10-12 hours.
  • How much does it cost to travel from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Kanyakumari? The cost of traveling from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Kanyakumari will vary depending on the mode of transport and the time of year. However, you can expect to spend around INR 1,000-2,000 on transportation.
  • What is the best time to visit Kanyakumari? The best time to visit Kanyakumari is during the winter months (October to March) when the weather is pleasant and there is less rainfall.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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