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Cheap Flight Deals from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

For as little as MYR 105, you can take your next adventure to Kota Kinabalu without breaking the bank. Choose between one-way and return tickets from Kuala Lumpur below.

  • One way
  • Return

Crossed out prices are calculated based on the average price of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Best Time to Book Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Price trend charts are a great way of tracking how much your flights cost in the lead up to departure and can help you choose when to book your tickets. See how prices to Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur have changed and are set to move below.

Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Top Airlines Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Compare prices from various providers below to understand which option best suits your travel needs, before enjoying a comfortable journey with a trusted airline from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu.

Firefly Airline
From MYR 110
Malaysia Airlines
From MYR 122
China Southern Airlines
From MYR 290
AirAsia X
From MYR 349
AirAsia
From MYR 377
Batik Air Malaysia
From MYR 406
Royal Brunei Airlines
From MYR 1,467
Singapore Airlines
From MYR 1,479
Sichuan Airlines
From MYR 2,958

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Alternative Routes from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

There are various non-direct routes from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu which could be cheaper and faster! Check out these alternative options to see if they could work for your trip.

  • Cheapest
    AirAsia
    SZB
    20:30
    2h 30m
    Nonstop
    BKI
    23:00
    Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport - Kota Kinabalu International Airport
    Fri, Dec 13AirAsia
    MYR 72
  • AirAsia
    KUL
    18:55
    2h 35m
    Nonstop
    BKI
    21:30
    Kuala Lumpur International Airport - Kota Kinabalu International Airport
    Fri, Dec 13AirAsia
    MYR 329
  • AirAsia
    KUL
    18:55
    2h 35m
    Nonstop
    BKI
    21:30
    Kuala Lumpur International Airport - Kota Kinabalu International Airport
    Fri, Dec 13AirAsia
    MYR 329
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FAQ

  • When are flight from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
  • How much are flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around MYR 522.
  • How long is the flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)?

    It takes about 2 hours 39 minutes to fly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI).
  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Kota Kinabalu?

    • The distance from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to downtown is about 7km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
  • What time does the earliest flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu depart?

    The earliest flight departs from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) at 06:05 and arrives in Kota Kinabalu (BKI) at 08:40.
  • What time does the latest flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu depart?

    The latest flight departs from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) at 21:45 and arrives in Kota Kinabalu (BKI) at 00:25.
  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)?

    Airlines with flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI): IndiGo, AirAsia, Turkish Airlines, Batik Air Malaysia, Malaysia Airlines and Myanmar Airways International.
  • What's the most popular airline for direct flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)?

    AirAsia operates 157 direct flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI).
  • How many airports in Kota Kinabalu (BKI)?

    There are 1 airport(s) in Kota Kinabalu (BKI): Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

How to find a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

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Flight Information from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Cheapest direct flight priceMYR 104
Cheapest return ticket priceMYR 89
Off-season for travelOctober
Peak season for travelFebruary
Flight distance1,621.07km
Average flight time2 hours 39 minutes
Popular airlineAirAsia Berhad (Malaysia)