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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai

BKI — CNX
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

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What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai?

Share of one-stop return flights from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 94% of one-stop itineraries from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai on Cheapflights.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 10h 08m.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 10h 08m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 44m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chiang Mai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chiang Mai. 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 to Chiang Mai. Reviews last updated 29 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Malaysia Airlines from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
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Overall

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai round-trip?

    Currently priced at RM 766, Malaysia Airlines will fly you from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai and back. In addition to Malaysia Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai (average of RM 114). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 173). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Kota Kinabalu to Chiang Mai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 29 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 766AverageRM 1,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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