Travelling from Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know
Kota Kinabalu is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Ahmedabad and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Your AMD to BKI flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to tour a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Ahmedabad Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a well-known stop between AMD and BKI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ahmedabad Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight is Rs61,504. A return plane ticket is currently Rs94,932. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AMD to BKI if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Ahmedabad Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from AMD to BKI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Ahmedabad Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
Handy information about Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
Of all flights leaving Ahmedabad Airport, 73.23% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Ahmedabad Airport from central Ahmedabad, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to AMD? If you're catching an early flight from Ahmedabad Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Ahmedabad Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BKI instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Kota Kinabalu International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from NH Travel, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and experience more of Kota Kinabalu and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Kota Kinabalu International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Kota Kinabalu. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Ahmedabad Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kota Kinabalu. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Ahmedabad Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport for May if you'd like to explore Kota Kinabalu during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMD to BKI in February. Temperatures average between 23ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Sandakan is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've seen Kota Kinabalu. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).
Tawau is another favourite destination in Malaysia and is around 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu. No trip is complete without dropping by Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah..
