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Cheap flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu Starting at AED 62

For as little as AED 62, you can take your next adventure to Kota Kinabalu without breaking the bank. Choose between one-way and return tickets from Kuala Lumpur below.

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      • Cheapest nonstop
        KUL08:00
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        BKI10:30
        Mon, Apr 28|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|AirAsia
        AED 62AED 202
        69% OFF
        69% OFF
        AED 202AED 62

        Choose AirAsia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Mon, Apr 28, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 62 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL08:00
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        BKI10:40
        Wed, Mar 12|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|Batik Air Malaysia
        AED 72AED 202
        64% OFF
        64% OFF
        AED 202AED 72

        Choose Batik Air Malaysia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Batik Air Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Wed, Mar 12, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 72 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL06:35
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        BKI09:15
        Sun, Mar 9|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|AirAsia
        AED 97AED 202
        52% OFF
        52% OFF
        AED 202AED 97

        Choose AirAsia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Sun, Mar 9, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 97 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL21:45
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        BKI00:25
        Thu, Mar 13|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|AirAsia
        AED 97
        AED 97

        Choose AirAsia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Thu, Mar 13, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 97 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL21:45
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        BKI00:25
        Wed, Mar 12|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|AirAsia
        AED 98
        AED 98

        Choose AirAsia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Wed, Mar 12, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 98 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL17:20
        2h 35m
        Nonstop
        BKI19:55
        Tue, Apr 22|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|AirAsia
        AED 99
        AED 99

        Choose AirAsia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Tue, Apr 22, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 99 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL19:00
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        BKI21:30
        Fri, Apr 11|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|Batik Air Malaysia
        AED 108
        AED 108

        Choose Batik Air Malaysia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Batik Air Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Fri, Apr 11, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 108 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL18:45
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        BKI21:25
        Mon, Apr 21|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|AirAsia
        AED 108
        AED 108

        Choose AirAsia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Mon, Apr 21, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 108 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL08:00
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        BKI10:40
        Tue, Mar 18|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|Batik Air Malaysia
        AED 108
        AED 108

        Choose Batik Air Malaysia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Batik Air Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Tue, Mar 18, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 108 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL07:00
        2h 35m
        Nonstop
        BKI09:35
        Sat, Apr 19|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|AirAsia
        AED 108
        AED 108

        Choose AirAsia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Sat, Apr 19, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from AED 108 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL01:00 pm
        3h 5m
        Nonstop
        BKI02:00 pm
        Wed, Feb 19|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|AirAsia
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Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flight time & flight schedules

Flight info.
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Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. AK5104

    AirAsia

    07:00

    KUL

    2.6h

    Nonstop

    09:35

    BKI

    SMTWTFS
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  2. OD1002

    Batik Air Malaysia

    08:00

    KUL

    2.5h

    Nonstop

    10:30

    BKI

    SMTWTFS
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  3. AK5126

    AirAsia

    08:45

    KUL

    2.6h

    Nonstop

    11:20

    BKI

    --T---S
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  4. OD1008

    Batik Air Malaysia

    09:10

    KUL

    2.5h

    Nonstop

    11:40

    BKI

    -M-W-F-
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  5. AK5112

    AirAsia

    10:00

    KUL

    2.6h

    Nonstop

    12:35

    BKI

    SMTWTFS
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  6. AK5114

    AirAsia

    17:00

    KUL

    2.6h

    Nonstop

    19:35

    BKI

    SMTWTFS
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  7. AK5138

    AirAsia

    19:35

    KUL

    2.7h

    Nonstop

    22:15

    BKI

    -M-W-F-
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  8. AK5130

    AirAsia

    19:35

    KUL

    2.7h

    Nonstop

    22:15

    BKI

    SMTWTFS
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  9. AK4103

    AirAsia

    20:30

    SZB

    2.5h

    Nonstop

    23:00

    BKI

    SMTWTFS
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  10. AK5120

    AirAsia

    23:40

    KUL

    2.6h

    Nonstop

    02:15

    BKI

    S-T-T-S
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

These price trend charts carefully monitor and predict how flight prices from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu will change. Keep a close eye on them to understand when the best time to buy your tickets is.

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

Find cheap airlines flights 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets 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 do flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around AED 428.

  • How long does it take to fly 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 7 km, 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 (SZB) at 08:00 and arrives in Kota Kinabalu (BKI) at 10:35.

  • What time does the latest flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu depart?

    The latest flight departs from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) at 21:00 and arrives in Kota Kinabalu (BKI) at 23:40.

  • 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, AirAsia X, Malaysia Airlines, Myanmar Airways International and Firefly Airline.

  • What's the most popular airline for non-stop flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)?

    AirAsia operates 157 non-stop flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

  • 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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Flight Info | Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Cheapest direct flight priceAED 61
Cheapest return ticket priceAED 135
Off-season for travelMarch
Peak season for travelDecember
Flight distance1,621.07 km
Average flight time2 hours 39 minutes
Popular airlineFirefly

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