Travelling from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know
The timezone in Kota Kinabalu is UTC+8, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Mumbai.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BOM to BKI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BOM and BKI:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight is R 2,944. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 3,982. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from BOM to BKI, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
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Handy information about Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
61.63% of flights leaving from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport from central Mumbai, it takes about 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near BOM:
Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
If you're landing on a late Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near BKI:
Follow your own route with a Kota Kinabalu International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from NH Travel, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and chase adventure across Kota Kinabalu and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Kota Kinabalu International Airport around one week ahead 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 around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The quietest month for a flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Kota Kinabalu based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Kota Kinabalu is May, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BOM to BKI sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
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, its top attractions include Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Malaysia, consider Tawau, roughly 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu. Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah. Are the start of reasons to visit.