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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Indira Gandhi International to Kota Kinabalu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kota Kinabalu.$384 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jul, returning Mon, 28 Jul.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Thu, 24 Jul, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $384, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$496 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul, returning Fri, 1 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $496, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$497 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep, returning Thu, 2 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $497, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$500 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Sun, 12 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $500, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$513 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Aug, returning Sat, 9 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia X and BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, 9 Aug, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $513, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$537 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $537, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$553 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun, returning Mon, 21 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, 21 Jul, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $553, select.
Kota Kinabalu.$618 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Jun, returning Tue, 24 Jun.Return flight with IndiGo and BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $618, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport

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Cheapest month:July
Most expensive month:June

Indira Gandhi International to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Indira Gandhi International to Kota Kinabalu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kota Kinabalu.

New Delhi to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$384
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Indira Gandhi International to Kota Kinabalu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Indira Gandhi International to Kota Kinabalu is $384. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Indira Gandhi International to Kota Kinabalu. But we found flights with one or more stops from $384.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Indira Gandhi International to Kota Kinabalu.
The cheapest month to fly from Indira Gandhi International to Kota Kinabalu is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Thursday, 24 July 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Indira Gandhi International Airport and Kota Kinabalu Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kota Kinabalu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kota Kinabalu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Malaysia Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

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 $237. A round-trip fare right now is $384. 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.

  • Picking up cheap flights from DEL to BKI is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • 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)

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 (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DEL to BKI in February. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) 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.

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