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RM 70+ Direct flights from Kota Kinabalu

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BKI — KUL
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
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 12 December 2025.

Sun 25/113:20BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mBatik Air
Sun 1/215:00SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mBatik Air
Deal found 11/12RM 136
Fri 23/119:55BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Sun 25/110:20SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 140
Mon 22/1213:20BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/1217:30SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12RM 144
Tue 23/1213:20BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mBatik Air
Fri 26/1215:00SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mBatik Air
Deal found 9/12RM 148
Tue 23/1206:45BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Fri 26/1215:35SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 160
Wed 24/1212:50BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Sat 27/1211:40SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 164
Thu 12/316:20BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Mon 16/307:55SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 12/12RM 168
Mon 9/209:05BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Fri 13/217:30SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 11/12RM 172
Thu 15/113:20BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mBatik Air
Sun 18/115:00SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mBatik Air
Deal found 9/12RM 197
Wed 11/319:55BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Sun 15/313:35SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 11/12RM 205
Tue 24/209:05BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Wed 25/210:20SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 214
Sun 25/107:50BKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 20mAirAsia
Sun 1/221:00KCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12RM 234

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Kuala Lumpur Intl

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Departure

Return

Price

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 8/2

19:55-20:45

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Thu 12/2

15:00-15:50

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 136

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 25/1

09:05-09:55

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Sun 1/2

21:10-22:00

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 136

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 23/12

13:20-14:10

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Fri 26/12

15:00-15:50

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 136

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 8/1

06:45-07:30

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Sun 11/1

07:55-08:40

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 136

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 25/1

13:20-14:10

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Sun 1/2

15:00-15:50

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 136

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 12/1

19:55-20:45

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Sun 18/1

07:55-08:40

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 136

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 24/1

06:45-07:30

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Sat 31/1

10:20-11:05

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 136

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 23/1

19:55-20:45

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Sun 25/1

10:20-11:05

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 140

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 26/12

20:00-20:50

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Tue 30/12

15:00-15:50

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 144

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 25/12

13:20-14:10

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Mon 29/12

14:00-14:45

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 144

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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
282 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
282 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
282 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
222 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
282 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
AirAsia X
6.4
Okay
43 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
282 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Batik Air
5.8
Fair
76 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
282 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Kota Kinabalu. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 12 December 2025.

  • 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 420. If you're looking for a direct round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu, you can expect to pay around RM 693.

  • 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 37m 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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