$63 Cheap flight deals from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Aug 31
KUL
Kuala Lumpur Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$260 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$260
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Fri, Aug 28 from Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Mon, Aug 31, priced at $260 found 2 days ago
Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Aug 31
SZB
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$298 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$298
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Fri, Aug 28 from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Mon, Aug 31, priced at $298 found 2 days ago

Airfares from $63 One Way, $180 Round Trip from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Prices starting at $180 for return flights and $63 for one-way flights to Kota Kinabalu were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Nov 14
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$180 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Wed, Oct 21 from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sat, Nov 14, priced at $180 found 17 hours ago
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$190 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$190
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Wed, Nov 18 from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sat, Nov 21, priced at $190 found 6 days ago
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Nov 14
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$195 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$195
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Wed, Oct 21 from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sat, Nov 14, priced at $195 found 17 hours ago
Sun, Apr 18 - Wed, Apr 21
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$196 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$196
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Sun, Apr 18 from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, returning Wed, Apr 21, priced at $196 found 4 days ago
Sun, Apr 18 - Wed, Apr 21
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$199 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Sun, Apr 18 from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, returning Wed, Apr 21, priced at $199 found 4 days ago

More About Flying To Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur

Route Information for Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Origin Airport IATA Code
KUL
Destination Airport IATA Code
BKI
Distance
Direct Flight Airlines
Earliest Flight Arrival
Latest Flight Arrival

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Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?
You're in luck — you'll find 3 airlines which offer direct services between Kuala Lumpur (KUL-Kuala Lumpur Intl.) and BKI. These are some of the most popular:

  • AirAsia
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • Malindo Air

What is the shortest flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?
The journey from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu can be as fast as 2 hours and 30 minutes. With a leisurely flight time like this, why not grab some friends and organize an impromptu getaway?
What airlines fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu most frequently?
There are a couple of airlines offering the most frequent flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL-Kuala Lumpur Intl.) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), including AirAsia (AK). Popular with travelers, it operates 425 flights on this route each month. If you can't find the right flight for you there, take a look at the airfares with Malaysia Airlines (MH). This airline is a terrific alternative and offers 286 flights between Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu each month.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won't keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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