Travelling from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know
Kota Kinabalu is two hours 30 minutes ahead of New Delhi and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you get on your DEL to BKI flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between DEL and BKI:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight is Rs43,843. A round-trip fare right now is Rs86,507. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DEL to BKI if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Of all flights leaving Indira Gandhi International Airport, 67.17% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Indira Gandhi International Airport from central New Delhi, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to DEL:
Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BKI instead:
Grab a Kota Kinabalu International Airport rental car and explore Kota Kinabalu and beyond with your own wheels. NH Travel, Green Motion and Keddy By Europcar are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Kota Kinabalu International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu International Airport to central Kota Kinabalu has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
August is the busiest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Kota Kinabalu in February.
Before locking in your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DEL to BKI in February. Temperatures average between 23ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Kinabalu has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia you'll want to see. About 225 kilometres east of Kota Kinabalu, a trip to Sandakan will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Malaysia, head for Tawau, about 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu. Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah. Are highlights.
