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.
The cheapest month of the year to fly to Kota Kinabalu is typically September.
The best price we found is for RM125 from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu.
Some popular airlines include: Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia.
A good price for a flight to Kota Kinabalu is RM113 - RM138.
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 2 hours 44 minutes and 1,012 miles (1,629 kilometres) from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
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Island reserve for swimming & snorkeling
Marine reserve island with a resort
Towering peak on protected park land
Renowned domed mosque with tours
Traditional tribal performances & demos
Sizable, sandy beach with sunset views
Outdoor market with food & souvenirs
Museum with art & ethnography exhibits
Relaxed island with beaches & snorkeling
Sabah's oldest building, dating to 1905
Stalls offering fish, snacks & crafts
Regional zoo & jungle trekking trail
National park with a mountain & lodges
Wetlands park with herons & kingfishers
Secluded islet with a serene beach
Open-air mineral baths complex
Iconic site incorporating modern design
Swimming & snorkeling in a marine park
Small island with beaches & snorkeling
Modest site with marine-life exhibits
State art gallery with diverse works
Tropical rainforest & sand beaches
Forest with native plants & animals
Rafting, river and adventure
Iconic cylindrical glass skyscraper
Running paths, lake & musical fountain
Architecture
Busy shoreline beside a mangrove river
Lengthy island zip line with views
Monument to fallen WWII soliders
Renowned night market for street food
Adventure center with zip-lines & more
Park and garden
Beach
Crocodiles
Beach and camping
Water park and park and garden
Golf and country club
Beach
Beach and park and garden
Butterflies
Park and garden
Commemorates a fatal 1976 plane crash
Interactive eco-minded aquarium
Architecture
Highest peak in Crocker Range Park
Park and garden
Beach
Park and garden
Handicraft
Temple and buddhism
Rafting and adventure
Temple
27 °C
Fri, 26 Apr 2024
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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31°C
Dec
Flights from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,012 miles (1,629 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 2 hours 44 minutes.
Flights from Penang, Malaysia - Penang International Airport (PEN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,086 miles (1,747 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 2 hours 54 minutes.
Flights from Langkawi, Malaysia - Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,122 miles (1,805 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 2 hours 59 minutes.
Flights from Kuching, Malaysia - Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 499 miles (803 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 1 hour 36 minutes.
Flights from Johor Bahru, Malaysia - Senai International Airport (JHB) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 904 miles (1,454 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 2 hours 30 minutes.
Flights from Miri, Malaysia - Miri Airport (MYY) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 181 miles (291 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 54 minutes.
Flights from Alor Setar, Malaysia - Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,076 miles (1,731 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 2 hours 53 minutes.
Flights from Kota Bharu, Malaysia - Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 945 miles (1,521 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 2 hours 36 minutes.
Flights from Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia - Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 891 miles (1,434 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 2 hours 28 minutes.
Flights from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,017 miles (1,637 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 2 hours 45 minutes.
Flights from Bintulu, Malaysia - Bintulu Airport Airport (BTU) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 285 miles (459 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 1 hour 8 minutes.
Flights from Labuan, Malaysia - Labuan Airport (LBU) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 70 miles (113 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 39 minutes.
Flights from Sandakan, Malaysia - Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 138 miles (222 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 48 minutes.
Flights from Tawau, Malaysia - Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 181 miles (292 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 54 minutes.
Flights from Mulu, Malaysia - Mulu Airport (MZV) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 156 miles (251 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 50 minutes.
Flights from Kuantan, Malaysia - Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 897 miles (1,443 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 2 hours 29 minutes.
Flights from Ipoh, Malaysia - Sultan Azlan Shah Airport (IPH) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,034 miles (1,663 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 2 hours 47 minutes.
Flights from Long Lellang, Malaysia - Long Lellang Airport (LGL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 184 miles (297 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 54 minutes.
Flights from Long Seridan, Malaysia - Long Seridan Airport (ODN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 153 miles (246 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 50 minutes.
Flights from Limbang, Malaysia - Limbang Airport (LMN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 106 miles (170 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 44 minutes.
Flights from Mukah, Malaysia - Mukah Airport (MKM) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 344 miles (554 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Flights from Marudi, Malaysia - Marudi Airport (MUR) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - The flight distance between these airports is 170 miles (273 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 52 minutes.
From Sandakan (SDK), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM125
Depart: 10 May 2024 · Return: 13 May 2024 Price found 26 Apr 2024, 05:58
From Tawau (TWU), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM127
Depart: 13 May 2024 · Return: 16 May 2024 Price found 26 Apr 2024, 01:21
From Miri (MYY), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM130
Depart: 07 Aug 2024 · Return: 10 Aug 2024 Price found 25 Apr 2024, 09:02
From Kuching (KCH), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM166
Depart: 25 Jun 2024 · Return: 29 Jun 2024 Price found 26 Apr 2024, 09:17
From Bintulu (BTU), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM207
Depart: 07 Jun 2024 · Return: 10 Jun 2024 Price found 26 Apr 2024, 11:39
From Limbang (LMN), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM220
Depart: 15 Dec 2024 · Return: 22 Dec 2024 Price found 23 Apr 2024, 23:20
From Kuala Lumpur (KUL), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM242
Depart: 14 Jul 2024 · Return: 21 Jul 2024 Price found 26 Apr 2024, 06:03
From George Town (PEN), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM285
Depart: 07 Aug 2024 · Return: 11 Aug 2024 Price found 26 Apr 2024, 03:34
From Labuan (LBU), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM296
Depart: 29 Apr 2024 · Return: 30 Apr 2024 Price found 26 Apr 2024, 14:19
From Johor Bahru (JHB), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM319
Depart: 12 May 2024 · Return: 17 May 2024 Price found 26 Apr 2024, 06:14
From Kota Bharu (KBR), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM330
Depart: 29 Jun 2024 · Return: 30 Jun 2024 Price found 26 Apr 2024, 15:43
From Kuala Terengganu (TGG), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM657
Depart: 13 Feb 2025 · Return: 17 Feb 2025 Price found 26 Apr 2024, 15:38
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