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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 23 June 2026.

Mon 24/820:10

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 45m

Malaysia Airlines

Wed 26/806:50

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 35m

Malaysia Airlines

Deal found 20/6RM 418

Tue 17/1106:50

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 40m

Firefly

Sun 22/1110:10

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 40m

Firefly

Deal found 19/6RM 426

Tue 17/1106:50

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 40m

Multiple Airlines

Sun 22/1110:10

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 40m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 19/6RM 443

Tue 17/1106:50

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 40m

Firefly

Sat 21/1110:10

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 40m

Firefly

Deal found 20/6RM 447

Tue 17/1106:50

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 40m

Multiple Airlines

Tue 24/1110:10

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 40m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 21/6RM 451

Sat 14/1106:50

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 40m

Firefly

Tue 17/1110:10

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 40m

Firefly

Deal found 20/6RM 455

Wed 18/1106:50

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 40m

Firefly

Mon 23/1110:10

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 40m

Firefly

Deal found 21/6RM 459

Sun 22/1106:50

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 40m

Firefly

Thu 26/1110:10

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 40m

Firefly

Deal found 18/6RM 464

Wed 11/1106:50

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 40m

Multiple Airlines

Sat 14/1110:10

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 40m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 20/6RM 468

Mon 9/1106:50

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 40m

Multiple Airlines

Wed 11/1110:10

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 40m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 19/6RM 472

Tue 3/1106:50

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 40m

Firefly

Sat 7/1110:10

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 40m

Firefly

Deal found 22/6RM 480

Sun 6/1211:45

SZB

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 35m

Batik Air

Thu 10/1215:10

BKI

-

SZB

Nonstop2h 35m

Batik Air

Deal found 23/6RM 600

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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 19/9

22:00-00:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 27/9

07:30-10:05

Nonstop2h 35m

RM 534

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 26/9

18:25-21:00

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 28/9

07:30-10:05

Nonstop2h 35m

RM 542

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 10/12

18:45-21:25

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 12/12

22:00-00:30

Nonstop2h 30m

RM 679

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 10/12

09:15-11:55

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 14/12

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

RM 679

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 5/7

07:15-09:50

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 12/7

09:00-11:30

Nonstop2h 30m

RM 720

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 23/7

08:00-10:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 30/7

22:30-01:00

Nonstop2h 30m

RM 720

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 17/7

06:00-08:35

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 17/7

18:25-20:55

Nonstop2h 30m

RM 720

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 7/8

16:00-18:35

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 18/8

11:00-13:30

Nonstop2h 30m

RM 720

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 23/7

08:00-10:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 23/7

22:30-01:00

Nonstop2h 30m

RM 720

Fastest return journey

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 14/7

08:00-10:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 21/7

10:25-12:50

Nonstop2h 25m

RM 737

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 22/6

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Kota Kinabalu

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Malaysia Airlines,AirAsia, andBatik Air to Malaysia. 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

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

Malaysia Airlines

7.3

Good

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.

6.8

Okay

Malaysia Airlines

7.3

Good

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.

5.9

Fair

Malaysia Airlines

7.3

Good

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.

FAQ about direct flights to Kota Kinabalu

How much are direct flights to Kota Kinabalu?
On average, a one-way direct flight to Kota Kinabalu will cost users approximately RM 439. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Kota Kinabalu, you can expect to pay around RM 797.
Which airlines fly direct to Kota Kinabalu?
At the moment, AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air, Firefly, MASwings offer direct flights to Kota Kinabalu. AirAsia is currently the most popular airline that flies direct to Kota Kinabalu.
How long is a direct flight to Kota Kinabalu?
While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Kota Kinabalu to last approximately 2h 24m on average. The quickest direct flight to Kota Kinabalu at this time departs from Sandakan (0h 45m), while the longest leaves from Bintulu (6h 15m).
What is the best time of year to fly direct to Kota Kinabalu?
If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Kota Kinabalu, November is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. April may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Kota Kinabalu, when demand is typically at its lowest.
What is the most popular direct flight origin to Kota Kinabalu?
Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Kota Kinabalu is Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. A return direct flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu typically costs around RM 1,140.

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