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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu from RM 126

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — BKI
30 Jul — 6 Aug1
1 adult
Tue 30/7
Tue 6/8

The best prices from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in October or November, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kuala Lumpur (MY1) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 July 2024.

Round-trip from

RM 243

One-way from

RM 126

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October
Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 7/9-8/9
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 20m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 3/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 40m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
High demand for flights, 30% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 27% potential price drop

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

Users have found that flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu on a Saturday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 48 days in advance to save up to 34% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 48 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as RM 430, or RM 621 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, October can be a great choice for travel to Kota Kinabalu. Flights to Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur in October are about RM 434 on average during October, but can be found for as low as RM 243.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from KUL to BKI?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

Cheap AirAsia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by AirAsia for the route between Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 334,600 searches. Data last updated 25 July 2024.
Find some of the cheapest AirAsia flights traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Wed 8/115:30KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Mon 13/119:30BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 252
Mon 30/923:40KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Wed 2/1023:15BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 23/7RM 257
Thu 9/115:30KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Tue 14/112:25BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 262
Sat 23/1121:40KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Mon 25/1109:25BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 266
Sat 5/1023:25KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Sat 12/1011:40BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 271
Tue 1/1014:45KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Sat 5/1011:40BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 299
Thu 29/814:45KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Fri 6/920:05BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 25/7RM 304
Fri 6/920:30SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Mon 9/906:25BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 25/7RM 313
Mon 12/823:40KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Wed 21/822:10BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 318

Cheap Firefly flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Firefly for the route between Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 334,600 searches. Data last updated 25 July 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Firefly flights traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Mon 14/1016:00SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mFirefly
Tue 15/1008:10BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 40mFirefly
Deal found 24/7RM 490
Wed 30/1016:00SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mFirefly
Sat 2/1108:10BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 40mFirefly
Deal found 24/7RM 500
Tue 17/916:00SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mFirefly
Fri 20/908:10BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 40mFirefly
Deal found 24/7RM 509
Thu 19/916:00SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mFirefly
Fri 20/908:10BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 40mFirefly
Deal found 24/7RM 514
Sat 5/1011:30SZB - BKI
1 stop13h 40mFirefly
Tue 8/1008:10BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 40mFirefly
Deal found 25/7RM 528
Fri 2/806:40SZB - BKI
1 stop13h 30mFirefly
Thu 8/821:10BKI - SZB
1 stop11h 55mFirefly
Deal found 23/7RM 906
Fri 2/806:40SZB - BKI
1 stop6h 20mFirefly
Sun 4/813:40BKI - SZB
1 stop9h 35mFirefly
Deal found 24/7RM 953
Fri 2/806:40SZB - BKI
1 stop13h 30mFirefly
Sun 4/813:40BKI - SZB
1 stop9h 35mFirefly
Deal found 25/7RM 1,018
Sat 3/813:05SZB - BKI
1 stop7h 45mFirefly
Sun 4/813:40BKI - SZB
1 stop8h 10mFirefly
Deal found 25/7RM 1,079

Cheap Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 334,600 searches. Prices were last updated on 25 July 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu in July and August 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sat 31/816:00SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 1/908:10BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/7RM 271
Sat 31/808:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mBatik Air
Sun 1/919:30BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 24/7RM 276
Sat 31/816:00SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 1/908:10BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/7RM 276
Sat 31/818:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mBatik Air
Sun 1/911:20BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 24/7RM 280
Mon 12/823:40KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Wed 21/822:10BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 318
Sat 31/820:30SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Sun 8/906:25BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 318
Fri 30/820:30SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Sun 1/906:25BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 23/7RM 336
Sat 24/822:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/923:15BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7RM 346
Sat 24/819:15KUL - BKI
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/923:15BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7RM 355

Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 334,600 searches. Data last updated 25 July 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu in July and August 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sat 23/1123:15KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Mon 25/1123:15BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 25/7RM 266
Sat 5/1023:25KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Sat 12/1011:40BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 271
Sat 31/816:00SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 1/908:10BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/7RM 271
Sat 31/808:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mBatik Air
Sun 1/919:30BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 24/7RM 276
Sat 31/816:00SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 1/908:10BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/7RM 276
Sat 31/818:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mBatik Air
Sun 1/911:20BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 24/7RM 280
Sat 7/919:55KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 9/909:50BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 25/7RM 285
Sat 7/916:00SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 8/908:10BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/7RM 285
Sat 5/1018:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/1011:40BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7RM 290

Direct flights to Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur

Discover direct flight options from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 334,600 searches. Data last updated 25 July 2024.
If you're seeking options on non-stop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, check out these fares. If you're looking for other options for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Tue 17/914:45KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Thu 26/911:40BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 266
Sat 5/1023:25KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Sat 12/1011:40BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 271
Sat 31/816:00SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 1/908:10BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/7RM 271
Sat 31/808:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mBatik Air
Sun 1/919:30BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 24/7RM 276
Sat 31/816:00SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 1/908:10BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/7RM 276
Sat 31/818:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mBatik Air
Sun 1/911:20BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 24/7RM 280
Sat 7/919:55KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 9/909:50BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 25/7RM 285
Sat 7/916:00SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 8/908:10BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/7RM 285
Sat 5/1018:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/1011:40BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7RM 290

Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 334,600 searches. Data last updated 25 July 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Sun 4/823:40KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/820:15BKI - KUL
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7RM 472
Fri 2/823:40KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Sun 4/823:20BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 476
Thu 1/817:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Tue 6/822:10BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 23/7RM 486
Thu 1/808:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/822:40BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7RM 495
Sat 3/823:25KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Sun 4/822:10BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 25/7RM 523
Thu 1/822:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/822:40BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7RM 528
Wed 31/723:40KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Wed 7/823:15BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 532
Wed 31/723:40KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Sun 4/823:20BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 537
Sun 4/823:40KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Mon 12/823:15BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 23/7RM 542

One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur

Search for one-way flight options from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 334,600 searches. Data last updated 25 July 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu can select one of these great deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu should utilize the search form at the top of the page.
Tue 3/1218:55KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 126
Thu 3/1014:45KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 131
Tue 8/1014:45KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 135
Sat 14/914:45KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 23/7RM 140
Wed 4/923:40KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 145
Thu 1/808:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 25/7RM 149
Wed 4/923:40KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 154
Wed 4/917:00SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 25/7RM 154
Wed 4/920:30SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 24/7RM 159

Find flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 334,600 searches. Data last updated 25 July 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

RM 243 - RM 490

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Kuala Lumpur IntlKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 7/9

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 8/9

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 243

Kuala Lumpur IntlKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 8/1

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 13/1

Nonstop2h 30m

RM 252

Kuala Lumpur IntlKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 30/9

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 2/10

Nonstop2h 35m

RM 257

Kuala Lumpur IntlKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 9/1

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 14/1

Nonstop2h 35m

RM 262

Kuala Lumpur SubangKota Kinabalu

SZB - BKI

SZBBKI

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Sat 31/8

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 1/9

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 271

Kuala Lumpur IntlKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 31/8

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 1/9

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 276

Kuala Lumpur IntlKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 9/11

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 12/11

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 280

Kuala Lumpur IntlKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 5/10

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 12/10

Nonstop2h 35m

RM 290

Kuala Lumpur SubangKota Kinabalu

SZB - BKI

SZBBKI

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Mon 14/10

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 15/10

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 490

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 25/7

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 23 July 2024.
Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 21 July 2024.
Morning
Midday
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flight should consider departing on Monday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur with our price prediction graph.
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Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Temperature and rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BKI

Temperature

26 - 27 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kota Kinabalu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kota Kinabalu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to 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 an airline for your flight to Kota Kinabalu. Reviews last updated 25 July 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with AirAsia, Firefly and Malaysia Airlines from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu to help guide your decision. 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.

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

7.4
Good
344 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

6.8
Okay
222 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

6.7
Okay
311 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

6.0
Okay
66 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew wasn’t very friendly- refused water to a nursing mother.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur?

    For a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, you will be flying into Kota Kinabalu. Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is just 5.8 km from the centre vof the city. Kota Kinabalu is the only Kota Kinabalu airport and it handles 55 inbound flights from Kuala Lumpur per day. 7 airlines have flights to Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu for under RM 300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu for under RM 300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Malaysia Airlines for just RM 243, but on average you can expect to pay RM 280.

  • Are there direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu for under RM 300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu under RM 300. A good price for a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is less than RM 294.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu for under RM 500?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu within the next 7 days for less than RM 500.

  • What days are direct flights available from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

    You can find direct flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu on average per day?

    Travellers can expect 24 flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu on average per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 4% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 8% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 88% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

    There are many flights that can get you from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu in 2h 35m. Fly via Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, or Batik Air to get the fastest option. The distance from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is about 1637 km. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Malaysia Airlines, at RM 243, was found to be the cheapest airline from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include AirAsia and Batik Air. Users have found that Malaysia Airlines is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu are AirAsia (RM 126), Batik Air (RM 149), and Malaysia Airlines (RM 206).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu consider choosing AirAsia X(90%), Singapore Airlines(76%) or Oman Air(73%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu? While on average our users pay RM 1,248, our data indicates the cheapest price to be RM 117. The most popular route (Kuala Lumpur Intl - Kota Kinabalu), is priced around RM 252.

  • What does KUL to BKI mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a KUL to BKI flight. Kuala Lumpur Subang Airport (SZB), Malacca Batu Berendum Airport (MKZ) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    Masjid Sultan, Sentosa, and Universal Studios Singapore are currently the most popular points of interest in Singapore at the moment. Masjid Sultan, Sentosa, and Universal Studios Singapore can be visited by traveling about 15.7 km, 21.6 km, and 21.6 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can rent one for about RM 344 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flight deals updated?

    The Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 25/7.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 65). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 107). 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 7 airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

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