$83 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.

Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
SZB
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$199 Roundtrip, just found
$199
Roundtrip
just found
Select Batik air flight, departing Sat, Oct 31 from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Tue, Nov 3, priced at $199 just found
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
KUL
Kuala Lumpur Intl.
BKI
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
$199 Roundtrip, just found
$199
Roundtrip
just found
Select Batik air flight, departing Sat, Oct 31 from Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl., returning Tue, Nov 3, priced at $199 just found

Airfares from $83 One Way, $172 Round Trip from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Prices starting at $172 for return flights and $83 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.

Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 26
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$172 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 24 from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, returning Thu, Nov 26, priced at $172 found 3 days ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$174 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$174
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Firefly flight, departing Tue, Nov 24 from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, returning Tue, Dec 1, priced at $174 found 3 days ago
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$179 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Mon, Nov 9 from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, returning Fri, Nov 13, priced at $179 found 3 days ago
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$180 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Thu, Nov 19 from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sun, Nov 22, priced at $180 found 2 days ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 26
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$182 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 24 from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, returning Thu, Nov 26, priced at $182 found 3 days ago

Kota Kinabalu economy flight packages

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The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
3.0-star property

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

9/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)

Dec 20 - Dec 24

4 night stay

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Malindo Air • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $624, price is now $450 per person
$450
per person
found 1 day ago
Great location. The apartment was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
4.0-star property

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

7.8/10 Good! (791 reviews)

Dec 20 - Dec 24

4 night stay

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Malindo Air • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $767, price is now $552 per person
$552
per person
found 1 day ago
Great polite staff, very helpful, very happy. Nexus is a beautiful, picturesque escape from the normal hustle and bustle of everyday life. We would definitely book this place again. Just be sure to pack the insect repellent as you would going to any beach.

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2026

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0-star property

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)

Dec 20 - Dec 24

4 night stay

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Malindo Air • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $980, price is now $951 per person
$951
per person
found 1 day ago

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Route Information for Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Origin Airport IATA Code
KUL
Destination Airport IATA Code
BKI
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Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

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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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