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Flight Info | Dubai to Kota Kinabalu

Cheapest one-way flight price AED 703
Cheapest return ticket price AED 1,691
Off-season for travel March
Peak season for travel April
Flight distance 6,785.02 km
Popular airline Batik Air Malaysia

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

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  • Jul

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  • 20 27

  • Aug

    27 3
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  • Sep

    31 7
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Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Dubai (DXB) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Dubai 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 do flights from Dubai (DXB) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around AED 2,325.

  • How many airports are there in Kota Kinabalu (BKI)?

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

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