Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur's main base, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL).
Around 5 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Kuala Lumpur to Delhi Indira Gandhi International flight.
New Delhi is two hours 30 minutes behind Kuala Lumpur. Delhi Indira Gandhi International is located in New Delhi, which is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL) is the most popular route. There are 30 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with AirAsia X at 7:10pm. Go for the first KUL to DEL departure with Air India at 8:05am if you'd rather get a move on.
Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to DEL won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL) take off from this terminal.
Leading airlines that operate direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Delhi Indira Gandhi International out of KUL include:
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Air India between KUL and DEL.
Air India is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to DEL departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
KUL is around 56 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Delhi Indira Gandhi International? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these stays close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
59% of flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
You can get to SZB from the centre of Kuala Lumpur in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to DEL flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 72%.
About Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Delhi Indira Gandhi International, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near DEL:
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Delhi Indira Gandhi International flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL) to central New Delhi
From Delhi Indira Gandhi International, central New Delhi is around 16 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Delhi Indira Gandhi International is ₹ 12,811. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 25,054. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to DEL.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to go to New Delhi. February is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Kuala Lumpur to DEL plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. May is the warmest month in New Delhi, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 44ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Delhi Indira Gandhi International in January when temperatures are between 8ºC and 22ºC.
More about New Delhi
Start your New Delhi trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Delhi Indira Gandhi International, check out our range of hotels including:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in New Delhi when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick things off at India Gate followed by Mughal Garden and National Museum of Natural History.
Explore more of India
New Delhi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of India you'll want to see. Around 225 kilometres southwest of New Delhi, a trip to Jaipur will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like City Palace, Amber Fort and Jaipur.
Around 290 kilometres northwest of New Delhi, Ludhiana is another essential stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Iskcon Ludhiana, Gurdwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib Ludhiana and ISKCON, Sri Sri Radha Gopinath Temple.
