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RM 57+ 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 12/1. 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
6 Feb — 13 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 7 January 2026.

Thu 22/113:20BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/115:20SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1RM 117
Sat 21/316:20BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Sun 12/412:45SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 6/1RM 138
Sat 21/212:25BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Sat 28/210:20SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 7/1RM 142
Fri 20/216:20BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Fri 27/207:55SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 6/1RM 154
Thu 19/206:45BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Thu 26/217:30SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 5/1RM 158
Mon 19/116:55BKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 20mAirAsia
Thu 22/115:05KCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 25mAirAsia
Deal found 4/1RM 231
Tue 3/208:15BKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 30mBatik Air
Sat 7/219:20KCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 35mBatik Air
Deal found 4/1RM 235
Sat 21/317:00BKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/321:00KCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1RM 239
Sat 4/417:00BKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 30mBatik Air
Wed 8/410:35KCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 35mBatik Air
Deal found 4/1RM 243
Fri 20/207:50BKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 20mAirAsia
Fri 27/206:00KCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 25mAirAsia
Deal found 6/1RM 263
Fri 20/309:05BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Sat 28/307:55SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 7/1RM 271
Mon 19/120:05BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Mon 26/107:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 4/1RM 291

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Kuala Lumpur Intl

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 4/2

06:45-07:30

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Sun 8/2

15:20-16:05

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 117

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 22/1

13:20-14:10

Nonstop0h 50m

Sandakan

Sun 25/1

15:20-16:05

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 117

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 21/3

16:20-17:05

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Sun 12/4

12:45-13:30

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 138

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 21/2

12:25-13:10

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Sat 28/2

10:20-11:05

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 142

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 24/2

16:20-17:05

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Wed 25/2

10:20-11:05

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 150

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 20/2

16:20-17:05

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Fri 27/2

07:55-08:40

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 154

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 19/2

06:45-07:30

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Thu 26/2

17:30-18:20

Nonstop0h 50m

RM 158

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 19/1

16:55-18:15

Nonstop1h 20m

Kuching

Thu 22/1

15:05-16:30

Nonstop1h 25m

RM 231

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 4/2

07:50-09:10

Nonstop1h 20m

Kuching

Wed 4/2

13:10-14:40

Nonstop1h 30m

RM 231

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 13/6

17:20-18:40

Nonstop1h 20m

Kuching

Sat 20/6

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

RM 231

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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
289 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

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
289 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
289 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

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
289 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

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
289 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

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
289 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

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 449. If you're looking for a direct round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu, you can expect to pay around RM 599.

  • 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 40m 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 (11h 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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