Travelling from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is 5 hours 35 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur is two hours 30 minutes ahead of New Delhi and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Flights from DEL to KUL start from 13:10 — the earliest with Malaysia Airlines. The last departure is at 23:30 with AirAsia X. In total, you can choose from 34 weekly Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DEL to KUL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, so getting to Kuala Lumpur (and then visiting more of Malaysia!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
AirAsia X is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Malaysia Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering DEL to KUL flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between DEL and KUL include:
Phuket International Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
ر.ق. 352 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Return flights start from ر.ق. 682. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DEL to KUL.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DEL to KUL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Indira Gandhi International Airport, data shows 67.17% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Indira Gandhi International Airport from central New Delhi, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to DEL? If you've booked an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KUL if you have a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
From Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Kuala Lumpur is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 4 hours 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The quietest month for a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Kuala Lumpur based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport for March if you want to explore Kuala Lumpur during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DEL to KUL around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Time for another stop? Set out for Kampung Baru Subang. It's roughly 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur and is known for highlights like Simflightkl.
