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Cheapest flights to Kota Kinabalu
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 28 July 2026.

Wed 21/1006:05

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 35m

AirAsia

Mon 2/1109:10

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 30m

AirAsia

Deal found 27/7RM 535

Tue 20/1007:00

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 35m

AirAsia

Fri 30/1018:10

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 30m

AirAsia

Deal found 25/7RM 539

Wed 21/1014:05

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 40m

AirAsia

Sat 24/1022:50

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 30m

AirAsia

Deal found 23/7RM 543

Fri 9/1020:20

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 35m

AirAsia

Mon 12/1023:20

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 30m

AirAsia

Deal found 24/7RM 547

Sun 8/1106:50

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 40m

Firefly

Wed 11/1110:10

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 40m

Firefly

Deal found 24/7RM 551

Fri 23/1020:20

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 35m

AirAsia

Sat 31/1016:05

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 35m

AirAsia

Deal found 25/7RM 555

Wed 18/1111:40

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 35m

AirAsia

Tue 24/1110:00

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 25m

AirAsia

Deal found 26/7RM 559

Wed 7/1022:00

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 40m

Malaysia Airlines

Sat 10/1022:20

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 40m

Malaysia Airlines

Deal found 26/7RM 568

Fri 21/822:00

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 40m

Malaysia Airlines

Fri 28/811:45

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 40m

Malaysia Airlines

Deal found 24/7RM 572

Mon 2/1106:50

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 40m

Firefly

Fri 6/1110:10

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 40m

Firefly

Deal found 26/7RM 576

Wed 30/907:30

KUL

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 30m

Multiple Airlines

Mon 5/1021:35

BKI

-

KUL

Nonstop2h 35m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 23/7RM 580

Sat 8/811:45

SZB

-

BKI

Nonstop2h 35m

Batik Air

Sun 9/815:10

BKI

-

SZB

Nonstop2h 35m

Batik Air

Deal found 27/7RM 894

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 10/1

06:50-09:30

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 16/1

22:20-01:00

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 555

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 18/11

22:15-00:55

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 24/11

07:20-10:00

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 564

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 11/1

12:40-15:20

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 15/1

14:40-17:20

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 568

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 10/10

22:00-00:40

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 13/10

22:55-01:35

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 568

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 2/11

17:20-19:55

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 6/11

10:10-12:50

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 588

Fastest return journey

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 27/9

07:30-10:00

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 4/10

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

RM 625

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 20/10

22:00-00:40

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 23/10

17:45-20:25

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 625

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 23/10

22:00-00:40

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 2/11

05:20-08:00

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 625

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 10/12

18:45-21:25

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 12/12

22:40-01:10

Nonstop2h 30m

RM 637

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 10/12

08:30-11:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 14/12

22:40-01:10

Nonstop2h 30m

RM 641

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 27/7

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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 434. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Kota Kinabalu, you can expect to pay around RM 747.
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 26m 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. July 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 1,295.

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