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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 18 August 2026.

Thu 5/1106:05 -

Nonstop2h 35m

Sun 8/1110:30 -

Nonstop2h 40m

Deal found 16/8RM 539

Thu 8/1016:00 -

Nonstop2h 35m

Mon 12/1006:00 -

Nonstop2h 30m

Deal found 16/8RM 543

Mon 2/1109:15 -

Nonstop2h 40m

Fri 6/1122:00 -

Nonstop2h 45m

Deal found 14/8RM 547

Sat 10/1015:10 -

Nonstop2h 35m

Sat 17/1022:30 -

Nonstop2h 30m

Deal found 14/8RM 552

Sat 3/1006:00 -

Nonstop2h 35m

Sat 10/1006:00 -

Nonstop2h 30m

Deal found 14/8RM 556

Mon 21/915:40 -

Nonstop2h 40m

Thu 24/917:45 -

Nonstop2h 40m

Deal found 15/8RM 560

Fri 16/1014:05 -

Nonstop2h 40m

Fri 16/1022:30 -

Nonstop2h 30m

Deal found 13/8RM 564

Fri 9/1015:10 -

Nonstop2h 35m

Mon 12/1006:00 -

Nonstop2h 30m

Deal found 15/8RM 568

Wed 7/1015:10 -

Nonstop2h 35m

Wed 14/1017:15 -

Nonstop2h 35m

Deal found 18/8RM 572

Fri 6/1122:15 -

Nonstop2h 40m

Tue 10/1122:20 -

Nonstop2h 40m

Deal found 14/8RM 576

Sat 7/1120:10 -

Nonstop2h 40m

Tue 10/1122:20 -

Nonstop2h 40m

Deal found 14/8RM 584

Sat 17/1012:00 -

Nonstop2h 35m

Sat 24/1015:25 -

Nonstop2h 35m

Deal found 17/8RM 620

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MY1-BKI

KUL-BKI

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 23/10

19:30-22:05

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 26/10

16:05-18:40

Nonstop2h 35m

RM 552

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 18/10

07:30-10:00

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 22/10

07:00-09:35

Nonstop2h 35m

RM 564

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 6/2

06:50-09:30

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 10/2

10:30-13:10

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 629

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 26/9

08:05-10:35

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 28/9

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

RM 734

Fastest return journey

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 16/10

07:30-10:00

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 26/10

08:05-10:35

Nonstop2h 30m

RM 758

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 18/10

07:30-10:00

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 25/10

16:50-19:20

Nonstop2h 30m

RM 758

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 16/10

07:30-10:00

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 21/10

16:50-19:20

Nonstop2h 30m

RM 758

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 6/2

06:50-09:30

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 12/2

10:30-13:10

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 779

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 6/2

06:50-09:30

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 13/2

10:30-13:10

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 779

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 8/2

06:50-09:30

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 13/2

10:30-13:10

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 779

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Deals found on 18/8

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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 411. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Kota Kinabalu, you can expect to pay around RM 785.
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 28m 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 1,327.

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