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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to anywhere

Fly from Kota Kinabalu to anywhere in the world.

BKI — KUL
2 May — 9 May1
1 adult
Thu 2/5
Thu 9/5

What to know about flights from Kota Kinabalu

Discover essential information about flights departing from Kota Kinabalu, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Kota Kinabalu airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 27 April 2024.

Cheapest one-way flight

RM 57

Cheapest round-trip flight

RM 115

Cheapest airline

AirAsia

Most popular destination

Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL)
The cheapest one-way flight from Kota Kinabalu is currently to Sandakan.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu is currently to Miri.
On average, AirAsia currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Kota Kinabalu.
Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) is currently the most popular flight destination from Kota Kinabalu.

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 27 April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 313,416 searches.
Sat 25/515:15BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mAirAsia
Sat 25/518:50TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 55mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 224
Tue 25/618:35BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Sat 29/618:55KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 243
Thu 3/1015:05BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Tue 8/1006:05KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 248
Fri 11/1016:35BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Tue 15/1017:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 253
Fri 12/721:05BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Tue 16/713:35KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 257
Tue 16/706:00BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Thu 18/715:30KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 25/4RM 262
Fri 2/807:00BKI - KCH
1 stop10h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/821:15KCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4RM 281
Mon 20/521:45BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 3/606:30KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 26/4RM 291
Fri 10/509:40BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 12/511:05SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 25/4RM 291

Last-minute flight deals from Kota Kinabalu

Discover last-minute flight deals departing from Kota Kinabalu. Take advantage of attractive deals offered by airlines for spontaneous travel. These deals are subject to availability and can provide significant savings for flexible travellers. Please note that the availability of last-minute deals can vary and may change quickly. Data last updated 27 April 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 313,416 searches.
Sat 4/512:30BKI - KUL
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/522:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4RM 467
Sun 5/521:45BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/513:45KUL - BKI
1 stop5h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4RM 477
Fri 3/508:50BKI - SIN
1 stop10h 45mAirAsia
Tue 7/512:10SIN - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 539
Thu 2/522:20BKI - SDK
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/507:35SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4RM 539
Sat 4/509:30BKI - KUL
2 stops10h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 5/522:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/4RM 548
Thu 2/517:25BKI - SDK
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/507:35SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4RM 553
Mon 6/515:45BKI - KUL
1 stop4h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 10/508:25KUL - BKI
1 stop4h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 26/4RM 577
Tue 7/515:45BKI - KUL
1 stop4h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 22/508:25KUL - BKI
1 stop5h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 26/4RM 586
Fri 3/509:00BKI - SIN
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/512:10SIN - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4RM 625

Domestic airfare to nearby cities with cheap hotels

Discover domestic flight options from Kota Kinabalu to cities with affordable hotel accommodations. Plan your travel to both enjoy budget-friendly flights and find affordable lodging in your chosen destination. Please note that the flight options are sourced from user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 313,416 searches and data was last updated 27 April 2024.
Sat 25/515:15BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mAirAsia
Sat 25/518:50TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 55mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 224
Tue 25/618:35BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Sat 29/618:55KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 243
Thu 3/1015:05BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Tue 8/1006:05KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 248
Fri 11/1016:35BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Tue 15/1017:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 253
Fri 12/721:05BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Tue 16/713:35KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 257
Tue 16/706:00BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Thu 18/715:30KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 25/4RM 262
Fri 2/807:00BKI - KCH
1 stop10h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/821:15KCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4RM 281
Mon 20/521:45BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 3/606:30KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 26/4RM 291
Fri 10/509:40BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 12/511:05SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 25/4RM 291

International flights from Kota Kinabalu

Explore international flight options available from Kota Kinabalu. Discover the destinations served by airlines operating from Kota Kinabalu, compare fares, and find the ideal international flight for your travel plans. Please note that the flight options are sourced from user searches, with fares last updated on 27 April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 313,416 searches.
Mon 15/723:10BKI - SIN
1 stop12h 05mAirAsia
Fri 19/712:10SIN - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 491
Mon 15/709:05BKI - SIN
Nonstop2h 25mAirAsia
Fri 19/712:10SIN - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 515
Sun 23/623:10BKI - SIN
1 stop12h 05mAirAsia
Wed 26/612:10SIN - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 520
Sat 6/708:50BKI - SIN
1 stop5h 50mAirAsia
Tue 9/712:10SIN - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 567
Sun 23/615:40BKI - SIN
2 stops16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/612:10SIN - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4RM 586
Thu 25/709:05BKI - SIN
Nonstop2h 25mAirAsia
Thu 25/723:25SIN - BKI
1 stop13h 15mAirAsia
Deal found 25/4RM 591
Sat 22/608:50BKI - SIN
1 stop5h 50mAirAsia
Thu 27/612:10SIN - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 596
Tue 10/909:05BKI - SIN
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/918:25SIN - BKI
Nonstop2h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4RM 610
Sat 22/617:25BKI - SIN
2 stops13h 50mAirAsia
Thu 27/612:10SIN - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 615

Direct flights from Kota Kinabalu

Discover airlines that offer direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to various destinations. Avoid layovers and travel efficiently with direct flight options, saving you time and providing a more convenient travel experience. Please note that the direct flight options are based on data from 27 April 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 313,416 searches.
Fri 10/517:50BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mAirAsia
Sun 12/507:50TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 25/4RM 138
Fri 10/511:25BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Mon 13/507:35SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 138
Thu 10/1022:20BKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mAirAsia
Sun 13/1021:15KCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 172
Sun 26/506:25BKI - SDK
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Sun 2/607:35SDK - BKI
Nonstop0h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 172
Fri 2/821:00BKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/821:15KCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4RM 181
Fri 16/812:30BKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mFirefly
Sun 18/818:05KCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 30mFirefly
Deal found 26/4RM 196
Sun 19/508:50BKI - KCH
Nonstop1h 25mAirAsia
Tue 21/507:00KCH - BKI
Nonstop1h 25mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 205
Mon 20/511:45BKI - TWU
Nonstop0h 55mAirAsia
Fri 24/507:50TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 27/4RM 205
Sun 26/506:25BKI - TWU
Nonstop1h 00mAirAsia
Sun 2/607:50TWU - BKI
Nonstop0h 50mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4RM 210

Find flights from Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Find flights departing from Kota Kinabalu that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 27 April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 313,416 searches

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

RM 224 - RM 291

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Kota KinabaluTawau

BKI - TWU

BKITWU

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 25/5

Nonstop0h 55m

Tawau

Sat 25/5

Nonstop0h 55m

RM 224

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur Intl

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 25/6

Nonstop2h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 29/6

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 243

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur Intl

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 3/10

Nonstop2h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 8/10

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 248

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur Intl

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 11/10

Nonstop2h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 15/10

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 253

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur Intl

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 12/7

Nonstop2h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 16/7

Nonstop2h 35m

RM 257

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur Intl

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 16/7

Nonstop2h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 18/7

Nonstop2h 35m

RM 262

Kota KinabaluKuching

BKI - KCH

BKIKCH

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 2/8

1 stop10h 25m

Kuching

Mon 5/8

Nonstop1h 30m

RM 281

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur Intl

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 20/5

Nonstop2h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 3/6

Nonstop2h 45m

RM 291

Kota KinabaluSandakan

BKI - SDK

BKISDK

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 10/5

Nonstop0h 45m

Sandakan

Sun 12/5

Nonstop0h 45m

RM 291

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 26/4

When is the best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The best time to book flights from Kota Kinabalu is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Kota Kinabalu would be wise to consider leaving during Thursday afternoons when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Sunday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.
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Average price of flights from Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip from Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Kota Kinabalu is currently RM 127 while a return flight costs RM 261. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 65). Flying from Kota Kinabalu in February will prove the most costly (average of RM 108). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

RM 205

February

RM 343

March

RM 286

April

RM 257

May

RM 196

June

RM 200

July

RM 205

August

RM 234

September

RM 234

October

RM 243

November

RM 267

December

RM 334

Airline reviews for flights from Kota Kinabalu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service 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 airline for your flight from Kota Kinabalu. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 313,416 searches.

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

7.5
Good
403 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

6.8
Okay
265 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

6.6
Okay
62 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

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  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Kota Kinabalu?

    This month, the top selected destinations from Kota Kinabalu are Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, Tawau, Kuching. Throughout the year, Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, Kuching, Tawau are some of the top choices made by users flying from Kota Kinabalu.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Kota Kinabalu to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Kota Kinabalu for as low as RM 57 to Sandakan (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for RM 622 to fly from Kota Kinabalu.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to anywhere?

    Looking at our data, AirAsia, MYAirline, and Firefly have been found to have the cheapest prices from Kota Kinabalu. Here are some options available: AirAsia flights from Kota Kinabalu to Alor Setar (RM 68). MYAirline flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl (RM 78). Firefly flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl (RM 111).

  • What is the shortest nonstop flight from Kota Kinabalu?

    We've found Labuan, Bandar Seri Begawan, and Sandakan as options for shorter direct flights within 114 km of Kota Kinabalu. These locations can be great options for travelers looking to go somewhere and back quickly.

  • What is the farthest nonstop flight from Kota Kinabalu?

    We've found Tokyo, Beijing, and Seoul as options for distant non-stop flights from Kota Kinabalu. Select dates and check pricing for the destination that meets your needs.

  • What are popular destinations to fly to from Kota Kinabalu?

    Some of the most frequent flights departing from Kota Kinabalu everyday are: Kuala Lumpur (354 flights per day), Seoul (66 flights per day), and Tawau (38 flights per day).

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Kota Kinabalu?

    Here are some of the cheapest flight destinations from Kota Kinabalu:
    Travel from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur from RM 243 round trip

  • Which airlines fly from Kota Kinabalu?

    When flying from Kota Kinabalu check dates and pricing for the following: Firefly, AirAsia X, Cebu Pacific, Indonesia AirAsia, MYAirline. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Cebu City, Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, Jakarta.

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Kota Kinabalu?

    Options for some of the cheapest premium economy flights from Kota Kinabalu we have found on Cheapflights are as follows:
    Kota Kinabalu to Bandar Seri Begawan from RM 1,150
    Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport from RM 8,007
    Kota Kinabalu to Singapore from RM 11,155
    Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport from RM 12,884

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu is October. The most expensive month for flights is February. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

  • When is the cheapest time to fly from Kota Kinabalu?

    Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Kota Kinabalu would be wise to consider leaving during Thursday afternoons when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Sunday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.

  • When is the best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu?

    The best time to book flights from Kota Kinabalu is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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