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Find cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2026/2027 from RM130 This is the cheapest return flight found to Kota Kinabalu from Malaysia on FlightsFinder on March 13th 2026 at 06:37. 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 Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
According to our data, August is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Kota Kinabalu.
You can get flights from RM140 return.
According to our data, February is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Kota Kinabalu.
A return flight could set you back more than RM330.
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 RM117 - RM143.
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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Yes, there are 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
Sat, 14 Mar 2026
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
Nov
31°C
Dec
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
1,012 miles (1,629 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 2 hours 44 minutes)
Penang, Malaysia - Penang International Airport (PEN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
1,086 miles (1,747 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 2 hours 54 minutes)
Langkawi, Malaysia - Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
1,122 miles (1,805 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 2 hours 59 minutes)
Kuching, Malaysia - Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
499 miles (803 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 1 hour 36 minutes)
Johor Bahru, Malaysia - Senai International Airport (JHB) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
904 miles (1,454 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 2 hours 30 minutes)
Miri, Malaysia - Miri Airport (MYY) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
181 miles (291 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 54 minutes)
Alor Setar, Malaysia - Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
1,076 miles (1,731 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 2 hours 53 minutes)
Kota Bharu, Malaysia - Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
945 miles (1,521 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 2 hours 36 minutes)
Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia - Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
891 miles (1,434 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 2 hours 28 minutes)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
1,017 miles (1,637 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 2 hours 45 minutes)
Bintulu, Malaysia - Bintulu Airport Airport (BTU) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
285 miles (459 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 1 hour 8 minutes)
Labuan, Malaysia - Labuan Airport (LBU) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
70 miles (113 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 39 minutes)
Sandakan, Malaysia - Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
138 miles (222 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 48 minutes)
Tawau, Malaysia - Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
181 miles (292 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 54 minutes)
Mulu, Malaysia - Mulu Airport (MZV) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
156 miles (251 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 50 minutes)
Kuantan, Malaysia - Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
897 miles (1,443 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 2 hours 29 minutes)
Ipoh, Malaysia - Sultan Azlan Shah Airport (IPH) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
1,034 miles (1,663 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 2 hours 47 minutes)
Long Lellang, Malaysia - Long Lellang Airport (LGL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
184 miles (297 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 54 minutes)
Long Seridan, Malaysia - Long Seridan Airport (ODN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
153 miles (246 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 50 minutes)
Limbang, Malaysia - Limbang Airport (LMN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
106 miles (170 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 44 minutes)
Mukah, Malaysia - Mukah Airport (MKM) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
344 miles (554 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 1 hour 15 minutes)
Marudi, Malaysia - Marudi Airport (MUR) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Distance:
170 miles (273 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 52 minutes)
From Miri (MYY), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM130
Depart: 14 Mar 2026 · Return: 17 Mar 2026 Price found 13 Mar 2026, 06:37
From Bintulu (BTU), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM140
Depart: 13 Aug 2026 · Return: 17 Aug 2026 Price found 10 Mar 2026, 13:50
From Tawau (TWU), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM143
Depart: 16 Mar 2026 · Return: 31 Mar 2026 Price found 13 Mar 2026, 06:16
From Sandakan (SDK), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM156
Depart: 16 Jul 2026 · Return: 21 Jul 2026 Price found 10 Mar 2026, 15:04
From Kuching (KCH), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM192
Depart: 10 Jul 2026 · Return: 14 Jul 2026 Price found 10 Mar 2026, 11:39
From Limbang (LMN), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM213
Depart: 11 Apr 2026 · Return: 12 Apr 2026 Price found 10 Mar 2026, 16:47
From Johor Bahru (JHB), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM309
Depart: 04 Apr 2026 · Return: 07 Apr 2026 Price found 13 Mar 2026, 16:07
From Labuan (LBU), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM343
Depart: 25 Mar 2026 · Return: 28 Mar 2026 Price found 10 Mar 2026, 21:20
From Kuala Terengganu (TGG), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM362
Depart: 09 Oct 2026 · Return: 22 Oct 2026 Price found 12 Mar 2026, 02:28
From Kota Bharu (KBR), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM365
Depart: 04 Jul 2026 · Return: 07 Jul 2026 Price found 13 Mar 2026, 08:03
From Alor Setar (AOR), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM377
Depart: 25 Sep 2026 · Return: 27 Sep 2026 Price found 10 Mar 2026, 13:37
From George Town (PEN), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM412
Depart: 16 Sep 2026 · Return: 18 Sep 2026 Price found 11 Mar 2026, 12:11
From Kuantan (KUA), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM520
Depart: 08 Jun 2026 · Return: 15 Jun 2026 Price found 10 Mar 2026, 12:22
From Long Terawan (MZV), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM558
Depart: 03 Apr 2026 · Return: 05 Apr 2026 Price found 12 Mar 2026, 13:18
From Langkawi (LGK), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM562
Depart: 28 Apr 2026 · Return: 05 May 2026 Price found 14 Mar 2026, 05:58
From Mukah (MKM), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM682
Depart: 10 Apr 2026 · Return: 18 Apr 2026 Price found 12 Mar 2026, 13:20
From Ipoh (IPH), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): RM793
Depart: 25 Mar 2026 · Return: 29 Mar 2026 Price found 11 Mar 2026, 02:49
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