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Find cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2025/2026 from £337 This is the cheapest return flight found to Kota Kinabalu from UK on FlightsFinder on December 14th 2025 at 11:16. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.
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These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from UK to Kota Kinabalu in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from UK to Kota Kinabalu in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
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According to our data, December is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Kota Kinabalu.
You can get flights from £337 return.
According to our data, November is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Kota Kinabalu.
A return flight could set you back more than £621.
Nestled on the northwest coast of Borneo, Kota Kinabalu is a vibrant coastal city that seamlessly blends modernity with rich cultural heritage. Known for its stunning sunsets overlooking the South China Sea, this Malaysian gem offers a myriad of outdoor adventures, from exploring the majestic Mount Kinabalu to diving in the pristine waters of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. With bustling markets showcasing local handicrafts and tantalizing street food stalls, Kota Kinabalu invites visitors to immerse themselves in its warm hospitality and soak up the diverse sights and sounds of this enchanting destination.
A good price for a flight to Kota Kinabalu is £303 - £371.
The popular airports near Kota Kinabalu include Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI), Sandakan Airport (SDK), Lahad Datu Airport (LDU), and Tawau Airport (TWU).
The flight to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is roughly 16 hours 3 minutes and 6,998 miles (11,262 kilometres) from London, England UK - Heathrow International Airport (LHR).
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We have currently found no direct flights to Kota Kinabalu.
Here is the average weather forecast in Kota Kinabalu by month:
• Jan: 30°C
• Feb: 31°C
• Mar: 32°C
• Apr: 32°C
• May: 32°C
• Jun: 32°C
• Jul: 32°C
• Aug: 32°C
• Sep: 31°C
• Oct: 31°C
• Nov: 31°C
• Dec: 31°C
The main airport in Kota Kinabalu is approximately 7 kilometers from the city centre.
Typically, flights are cheapest to Kota Kinabalu 2 months before departure.
Studies show flights to Kota Kinabalu are typically cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
28 °C
Sun, 14 Dec 2025
Average Temperature
30°C
Jan
31°C
Feb
32°C
Mar
32°C
Apr
32°C
May
32°C
Jun
32°C
Jul
32°C
Aug
31°C
Sep
31°C
Oct
31°C
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Dec
London, England UK - Heathrow International Airport (LHR) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
6,998 miles (11,262 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 3 minutes)
London, England UK - London Gatwick International Airport (LGW) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
6,997 miles (11,260 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 2 minutes)
Manchester, England UK - Manchester Airport (MAN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
7,010 miles (11,282 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 4 minutes)
London, England UK - London North East - Stansted International Airport (STN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
6,959 miles (11,199 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 15 hours 57 minutes)
London, England UK - London North, Luton International Airport (LTN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
6,983 miles (11,237 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 1 minute)
Edinburgh, Scotland UK - Airport (EDI) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
6,967 miles (11,212 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 15 hours 58 minutes)
Birmingham, England UK - Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
7,018 miles (11,295 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 5 minutes)
Bristol, UK - Bristol Airport (BRS) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
7,088 miles (11,407 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 15 minutes)
Glasgow, Scotland UK - Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
7,005 miles (11,274 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 4 minutes)
Belfast, Ireland UK - Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
7,108 miles (11,439 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 17 minutes)
Newcastle, UK - Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
6,937 miles (11,164 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 15 hours 54 minutes)
London, England UK - Royal Docks - London City Airport (LCY) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
6,977 miles (11,228 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours)
Liverpool, UK - John Lennon Airport (LPL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
7,032 miles (11,317 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 7 minutes)
Nottingham, UK - East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
6,991 miles (11,251 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 2 minutes)
Leeds, UK - Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
6,972 miles (11,220 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 15 hours 59 minutes)
Aberdeen, Scotland UK - Dyce Airport (ABZ) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
6,887 miles (11,083 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 15 hours 48 minutes)
Belfast, Ireland UK - George Best City Apt Airport (BHD) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
7,097 miles (11,422 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 16 minutes)
London, England UK - London South, Southend Airport (SEN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
6,950 miles (11,185 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 15 hours 56 minutes)
Southampton, UK - Southampton Airport (SOU) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
7,048 miles (11,343 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 9 minutes)
Jersey, UK - Jersey Airport (JER) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
7,134 miles (11,481 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 21 minutes)
Cardiff, Wales - UK - Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
7,112 miles (11,445 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 16 hours 18 minutes)
Doncaster, UK - Sheffield/ Robin Hood Airport (DSA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
6,960 miles (11,201 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 15 hours 57 minutes)
From Manchester (MAN), UK to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): £337
Depart: 20 Dec 2025 · Return: 04 Jan 2026 Price found 14 Dec 2025, 11:16
From London (STN), UK to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): £374
Depart: 17 Feb 2026 · Return: 01 Mar 2026 Price found 13 Dec 2025, 07:50
From Edinburgh (EDI), UK to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): £522
Depart: 24 Apr 2026 · Return: 05 May 2026 Price found 13 Dec 2025, 15:37
From Glasgow (GLA), UK to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): £578
Depart: 09 Feb 2026 · Return: 04 Mar 2026 Price found 12 Dec 2025, 16:11
From Newcastle (NCL), UK to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): £581
Depart: 01 Mar 2026 · Return: 31 Mar 2026 Price found 10 Dec 2025, 21:28
From Birmingham (BHX), UK to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): £599
Depart: 14 Feb 2026 · Return: 28 Feb 2026 Price found 13 Dec 2025, 08:44
From Leeds (LBA), UK to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): £628
Depart: 14 Feb 2026 · Return: 08 Mar 2026 Price found 13 Dec 2025, 23:55
From Belfast (BFS), UK to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): £633
Depart: 12 Jan 2026 · Return: 15 Jan 2026 Price found 14 Dec 2025, 06:06
From Aberdeen (ABZ), UK to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): £659
Depart: 07 Jan 2026 · Return: 14 Jan 2026 Price found 12 Dec 2025, 16:16
From Nottingham (EMA), UK to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): £746
Depart: 01 Sep 2026 · Return: 15 Sep 2026 Price found 11 Dec 2025, 13:25
From Bristol (BRS), UK to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): £765
Depart: 27 Mar 2026 · Return: 10 Apr 2026 Price found 13 Dec 2025, 12:39
From Liverpool (LPL), UK to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): £771
Depart: 01 May 2026 · Return: 08 May 2026 Price found 12 Dec 2025, 15:13
From Cardiff (CWL), UK to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): £911
Depart: 05 Jan 2026 · Return: 14 Jan 2026 Price found 13 Dec 2025, 19:40
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