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RM 61+ Direct flights from Kota Kinabalu

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/2. 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.
BKI — KUL
30 Jan — 6 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Direct flights from Kota Kinabalu

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Cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 31 December 2025.

Sun 1/206:45BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Fri 6/207:55SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 30/12RM 117
Mon 12/112:10BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mBatik Air
Fri 16/117:40TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 55mBatik Air
Deal found 29/12RM 121
Fri 23/106:45BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Sun 25/119:25SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 29/12RM 121
Mon 12/117:00BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/113:55TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12RM 125
Wed 14/117:00BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Sun 18/107:40TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 31/12RM 130
Fri 6/209:05BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/213:55TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12RM 134
Mon 2/317:00BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Wed 4/319:15TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 29/12RM 142
Fri 1/512:40BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Fri 8/507:35SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 30/12RM 154
Tue 24/209:05BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Wed 25/210:20SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 29/12RM 162
Sun 29/309:05BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Thu 2/407:45TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 28/12RM 170
Tue 13/113:20BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mBatik Air
Sat 17/115:00SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mBatik Air
Deal found 29/12RM 178
Thu 12/212:25BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Thu 19/217:30SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 29/12RM 186

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Kuala Lumpur Intl

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 1/2

06:45-07:30

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Fri 6/2

07:55-08:40

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 117

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 25/2

06:45-07:30

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Fri 27/2

10:20-11:05

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 117

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 1/3

06:45-07:30

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Sun 8/3

10:20-11:05

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 117

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 1/4

06:25-07:10

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Thu 9/4

07:35-08:20

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 117

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 13/4

06:25-07:10

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Sun 19/4

07:35-08:20

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 117

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 23/1

06:45-07:30

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Sun 25/1

19:25-20:15

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 121

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 12/1

17:00-17:50

Nonstop0h 50m

Tawau

Fri 16/1

13:55-14:50

Nonstop0h 55m

RM 125

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 14/1

12:10-13:05

Nonstop0h 55m

Tawau

Sun 18/1

13:55-14:50

Nonstop0h 55m

RM 125

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 27/2

15:45-16:40

Nonstop0h 55m

Tawau

Tue 3/3

19:15-20:05

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 125

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 15/1

15:45-16:40

Nonstop0h 55m

Tawau

Mon 19/1

17:40-18:35

Nonstop0h 55m

RM 125

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Reviews of airlines flying direct to Kota Kinabalu

Get insights into the airlines that provide direct flights from 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 from Kota Kinabalu. Reviews last updated Cheapflights.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Kota Kinabalu, such as Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, andAirAsia X. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
286 reviews
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Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
286 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
286 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
223 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
286 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
AirAsia X
6.4
Okay
43 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
286 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
Batik Air
5.9
Fair
77 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
286 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.

Related info for your journey

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  • Where can you fly direct from Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, the most popular direct flight destination from Kota Kinabalu is Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport.

  • How much are direct flights from Kota Kinabalu?

    On average, a one-way direct flight from Kota Kinabalu will cost users approximately RM 408. If you're looking for a direct round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu, you can expect to pay around RM 705.

  • How long is a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu?

    While the flight duration depends heavily on the destination, on average, travelers can expect non-stop flights from Kota Kinabalu to last approximately 2h 36m on average. The quickest direct flight from Kota Kinabalu at this time departs from Kota Kinabalu (0h 35m), while the longest leaves from Kota Kinabalu (10h 35m).

  • What is the best time of year to fly direct from Kota Kinabalu?

    If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu, November is worth consideration as prices are at their lowest, on average. In terms of the number of daily non-stop flights, August offers travelers the most options.

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