Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?

Flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu.

Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu pass through?

Most connecting flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu pass through Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 1,589 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at RM 2,744, a difference of RM 1,155. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?

A direct flight from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu takes 00m, covering 6,447 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about RM 1,244 to RM 7,567. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu looking right now?

One-way fares from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about RM 1,363, which is 37% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Chennai and Kota Kinabalu?

Kota Kinabalu is 2 hours ahead of Chennai (Malaysia Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)?

Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around RM 162 for economy cars. Top options include: • keddy by Europcar • GREEN MOTION • Europcar • MKAZ • Suria Car Rental

How much is a return flight from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?

Return flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu typically range from RM 1,590 to RM 2,764. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was RM 1,244 on Scoot.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?

Scoot (RM 1,244) and Singapore Airlines (RM 1,516) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?

Flights via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of RM 1,810. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) had the shortest average connection time for Chennai to Kota Kinabalu stopovers at 8h 53m over the past 3 months.

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RM 1,244

Typical prices: RM 1,590-RM 2,764

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Typical prices: RM 825-RM 1,089

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Mon, 14 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec

23:50 - 11:10MAA Chennai-BKI Kota Kinabalu

8h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi

12:10 - 22:50BKI Kota Kinabalu-MAA Chennai

13h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi

RM 1,244Scoot

Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec

23:50 - 23:35MAA Chennai-BKI Kota Kinabalu

21h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi

12:10 - 22:50BKI Kota Kinabalu-MAA Chennai

13h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi

RM 1,317Scoot

Fri, 16 Apr - Fri, 23 Apr

10:30 - 19:45MAA Chennai-BKI Kota Kinabalu

30h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

20:45 - 09:05BKI Kota Kinabalu-MAA Chennai

14h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi

RM 1,516Singapore Airlines

Fri, 26 Mar - Thu, 1 Apr

23:25 - 11:15MAA Chennai-BKI Kota Kinabalu

33h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi

09:15 - 22:00BKI Kota Kinabalu-MAA Chennai

15h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi

RM 1,666Singapore Airlines

Fri, 30 Apr - Fri, 7 May

10:30 - 11:15MAA Chennai-BKI Kota Kinabalu

46h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi

20:45 - 22:00BKI Kota Kinabalu-MAA Chennai

27h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

RM 1,763Singapore Airlines

Fri, 16 Apr - Fri, 23 Apr

23:50 - 19:45MAA Chennai-BKI Kota Kinabalu

17h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi

05:20 - 20:10BKI Kota Kinabalu-MAA Chennai

17h 20m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

RM 1,889Multiple Airlines

Fri, 26 Mar - Thu, 1 Apr

23:50 - 11:10MAA Chennai-BKI Kota Kinabalu

8h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi

09:30 - 20:10BKI Kota Kinabalu-MAA Chennai

13h 10m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

RM 1,897Multiple Airlines

Mon, 14 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec

23:50 - 11:10MAA Chennai-BKI Kota Kinabalu

8h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi

10:15 - 23:05BKI Kota Kinabalu-MAA Chennai

15h 20m2 stops Sandakan Kuala Lumpur Intl

RM 1,950Multiple Airlines

Fri, 23 Apr - Fri, 30 Apr

11:45 - 09:30MAA Chennai-BKI Kota Kinabalu

19h 15m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

22:20 - 10:45BKI Kota Kinabalu-MAA Chennai

14h 55m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

RM 1,970Malaysia Airlines

Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec

23:50 - 23:35MAA Chennai-BKI Kota Kinabalu

21h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi

12:20 - 22:55BKI Kota Kinabalu-MAA Chennai

13h 05m2 stops Penang Intl Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

RM 1,982Multiple Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu departing in December.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu.
How long is a flight from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?
A direct flight from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu takes 00m, covering 6,447 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about RM 1,244 to RM 7,567. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu looking right now?
One-way fares from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about RM 1,363, which is 37% above the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)?
Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around RM 162 for economy cars. Top options include:

• keddy by Europcar
• GREEN MOTION
• Europcar
• MKAZ
• Suria Car Rental
Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?
Flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).
Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu pass through?
Most connecting flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu pass through Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 1,589 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at RM 2,744, a difference of RM 1,155.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Chennai and Kota Kinabalu?
Kota Kinabalu is 2 hours ahead of Chennai (Malaysia Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average RM 1,589, which is about RM 1,155 less than Tuesday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

• Lintas Platinum Hotel
• Goldenhill Hotel

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