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Cheap flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu from ₹ 33,350

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MAA — BKI
3 Apr — 10 Apr1
1 adult
Wed 3/4
Wed 10/4

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Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 March 2024.

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

March

Average price

₹ 27,264

Round-trip from

₹ 13,819
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 20% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in March 2024
From Chennai to Kota Kinabalu

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?

Flying to your destination on a Friday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Kota Kinabalu. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in May. For low rates, March can be a great choice for travel to Kota Kinabalu. Flights to Kota Kinabalu from Chennai in March are about ₹ 33,871 on average during March, but can be found for as low as ₹ 27,264.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu (MAA - BKI)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Malaysia Airlines flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Malaysia Airlines for the route between Chennai and Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 530,841 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Mon 23/911:45MAA - BKI
1 stop8h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 27/921:10BKI - MAA
2 stops16h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/3₹ 130,732
Mon 23/911:45MAA - BKI
2 stops10h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 27/914:00BKI - MAA
2 stops11h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/3₹ 133,233

Chennai to Kota Kinabalu 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chennai and Kota Kinabalu in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 530,841 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Mon 23/910:30MAA - BKI
1 stop22h 20mSingapore Airlines
Fri 27/921:35BKI - MAA
1 stop26h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 27/3₹ 33,350
Sun 22/901:20MAA - BKI
1 stop17h 00mScoot
Fri 27/921:35BKI - MAA
1 stop28h 50mScoot
Deal found 27/3₹ 40,604
Mon 23/911:45MAA - BKI
1 stop8h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 27/921:10BKI - MAA
2 stops16h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/3₹ 130,732
Mon 23/911:45MAA - BKI
2 stops10h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 27/914:00BKI - MAA
2 stops11h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/3₹ 133,233

Find flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 530,841 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.

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₹ 33,350 - ₹ 133,233

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Depart

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ChennaiKota Kinabalu

MAA - BKI

MAABKI

Chennai

Mon 23/9

1 stop22h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 27/9

1 stop26h 55m

₹ 33,350

ChennaiKota Kinabalu

MAA - BKI

MAABKI

Chennai

Sun 22/9

1 stop17h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 27/9

1 stop28h 50m

₹ 40,604

ChennaiKota Kinabalu

MAA - BKI

MAABKI

Chennai

Mon 23/9

1 stop8h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 27/9

2 stops16h 05m

₹ 130,732

ChennaiKota Kinabalu

MAA - BKI

MAABKI

Chennai

Mon 23/9

2 stops10h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 27/9

2 stops11h 15m

₹ 133,233

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 27/3

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Chennai to Kota Kinabalu flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu is currently ₹ 0 while a return flight costs ₹ 84,479. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BKI

Temperature

26 - 27 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Kota Kinabalu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kota Kinabalu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kota Kinabalu. Reviews last updated 29 March 2024.
8.3
Very Good
1,510 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.3
Very Good
1,510 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,510 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.5
Good
418 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,510 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

6.6
Okay
324 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,510 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu for under ₹ 33,400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu for under ₹ 33,400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Singapore Airlines for just ₹ 33,350, but on average you can expect to pay ₹ 84,459.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Singapore Airlines, at ₹ 33,350, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Scoot and Malaysia Airlines. Singapore Airlines is priced at 1% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What does MAA to BKI mean?

    This is defined as Chennai Airport (MAA) and Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI). Codes like Kota Kinabalu Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chennai to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to see available direct flights.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines do offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • How recently were the Chennai to Kota Kinabalu flight deals updated?

    The Chennai to Kota Kinabalu flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 27/3.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu

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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₹ 24,210Average₹ 35,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AirAsiaCheapest₹ 25,198Average₹ 33,524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Kota Kinabalu that offer flexible cancellation policies?

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