Flying from Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) 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 Thiruvananthapuram.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your TRV to BKI flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
R 2,047 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Trivandrum International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 3,900. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from TRV to BKI if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Trivandrum International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
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Handy information about Trivandrum International Airport (TRV)
79.04% of flights that depart Trivandrum International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Thiruvananthapuram to Trivandrum International Airport is around 0.16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 0 hours to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Have an early flight from Trivandrum International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to TRV:
Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Trivandrum International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BKI instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Kota Kinabalu International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NH Travel, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar to explore Kota Kinabalu and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Kota Kinabalu International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu
From Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Kota Kinabalu is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
August is the busiest month for flights from Trivandrum International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Kota Kinabalu in February.
When reserving your flight from Trivandrum International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from TRV to BKI in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've seen Kota Kinabalu, now it's time to explore other parts of Malaysia. Journey about 225 kilometres east to Sandakan to check off its top attractions. From Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre to Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC), you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Tawau is another sought-after destination in Malaysia and is around 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu. No trip is complete without experiencing Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah..