Cheap flights from KUL to BKI (Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Kota Kinabalu Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from KUL to BKI starting at $61 One Way, $165 Round Trip

Prices starting at $165 for return flights and $61 for one-way flights to Kota Kinabalu Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun, Oct 18 - Mon, Nov 2
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$165 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$165
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Sun, Oct 18 from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, returning Mon, Nov 2, priced at $165 found 3 days ago
Mon, Jan 18 - Mon, Jan 25
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$181 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 18 from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, returning Mon, Jan 25, priced at $181 found 4 days ago
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$190 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$190
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Wed, Nov 18 from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sat, Nov 21, priced at $190 found 2 days ago
Mon, Jan 18 - Mon, Jan 25
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$194 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 18 from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, returning Mon, Jan 25, priced at $194 found 4 days ago
Thu, Apr 1 - Mon, Apr 5
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$196 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$196
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Thu, Apr 1 from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, returning Mon, Apr 5, priced at $196 found 2 days ago

Hotel Ideas near Kota Kinabalu Intl.

Airport Hotels near Kota Kinabalu Intl.

Napzone KKIA by Sovotel

Napzone KKIA by Sovotel

1.5 out of 5
Lot No. L1L08, Level 1 Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Stay at this capsule hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Petagas War Memorial and Tanjung ...
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Napzone KKIA by Sovotel
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, 20 Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$266 nightly
The price is $287 total per night from Sep 9 to Sep 10
$287 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4 out of 5
One Place Mall, Lorong Putat 3 Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$33 nightly
The price is $38 total per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
$38 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free airport pick-up. Popular attractions Petagas War ...
8/10 Very Good! (199 reviews)
"No hot water. Also, they advertise free shuttle to the airport. When I came down before 7:00 a.m to catch the shuttle, they tried charging me. They would not help me to get a shuttle, and in fact, they put another group in the shuttle before me when I had been waiting. I found the place kind of dirty. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN Kota Kinabalu
$110 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$122 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$93 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Sep 10 to Sep 11
$103 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$91 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Sep 19 to Sep 20
$101 total
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel location is fantastic. We had a sea facing room and had a wonderful view of the ocean and mountains in the background, as well as fishing boats. The gym is also well equipped - multiple stationary bikes, treadmills, exercise machines. The only down side is that there is a strong odor of ..."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Kota Kinabalu Hotels With Airport Transportation

C'haya Hotel

C'haya Hotel

3.5 out of 5
No.7 Jalan Tanjung Aru, Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Tanjung Aru Perdana Park ...
8/10 Very Good! (224 reviews)
"It was okay. Staff were professional but seems as if they're in mourning whenever I appeared. Conversations just stopped, etc. It's the hospitality industry. You might have to talk with people who don't look like you. Sorry. Rooms were fairly clean. The thing about the tourist tax and deposit was ..."

Reviewed on Aug 30, 2025

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Megah D'Aru Hotel

Megah D'Aru Hotel

3 out of 5
No. 2, Jalan Kinabalu Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Stay at this hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Sutera Harbour ...
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Casuarina Hotel

Casuarina Hotel

3 out of 5
Lorong Ikan Lais, Jalan Mat Salleh Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Stay at this hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Sutera Harbour ...
6.4/10 (75 reviews)
Free shuttle to airport
"Newish hotel with restaurant but not much nearby apart from the beach. The restaurant offered little choice for dinner but breakfast was eggs, baked beans and toast. The shower was good but there could have been more storage space in the bathroom. There was a balcony but it was of little use. The ..."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2019

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Casuarina Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Kota Kinabalu Hotels

KK Waterfront Hotel

KK Waterfront Hotel

3 out of 5
Blk B, Unit 2&3, Warisan Square Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Stay at this hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Warisan Square and Anjung Samudera are ...
6.4/10 (130 reviews)
"Staff very helpful."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

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Super OYO 89847 Switz Paradise Hotel

Super OYO 89847 Switz Paradise Hotel

2 out of 5
3rd Floor, Lot 3.3-3.11 Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$13 nightly
The price is $17 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$17 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Kompleks Asia City and Centre Point are ...
Super OYO 89847 Switz Paradise Hotel
Hotel O Five 2

Hotel O Five 2

2 out of 5
No 6, Lorong Sentosa 1 Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$23 nightly
The price is $25 total per night from Sep 16 to Sep 17
$25 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Sedco Square and Handicraft Market are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (115 reviews)
"Kind staff, great location, basic but confortable room."

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Hotel O Five 2
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Pantai Dalit Tuaran Sabah
$131 nightly
The price is $143 total per night from Sep 16 to Sep 17
$143 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Tuaran. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"A very well appointed hotel to relax and explore Sabah, Borneo. The staff could not be more personable and attentive, which transformed our experience and made it very special for our break. The breakfast is plentiful and well arrayed, covering Asian and Western Cuisine. The pool side lunch is reasonable ..."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2026

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Borneo Vista Suites Hotel

Borneo Vista Suites Hotel

4.5 out of 5
K.K. Suites Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Lintas Plaza and Sabah Art Gallery ...
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The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5 out of 5
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, waterslide, kids club, playground

Travelers say...
"A lovely hotel by the waterfront with an amazing view of yachts and the islands. All meals are in the buffet restaurant that provides a huge choice of local dishes and some international food. There is a tiny bar by the waterfront that serves simple food in the evenings. Excellent service staff and ..."

Reviewed on May 9, 2026

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The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

KUL to BKI Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
KUL Address & GPS
Address:
Kuala Lumpur ,
Malaysia
IATA Code:
KUL
Longitude:
101.717259
Latitude:
2.744344
Time Zone:
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
BKI Address & GPS
Address:
Kota Kinabalu ,
Malaysia
IATA Code:
BKI
Longitude:
116.050753
Latitude:
5.923961
Time Zone:
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from KUL to BKI?
You can fly straight from KUL to BKI. In fact, there are 4 airlines that offer nonstop services on this route. Collect a few more frequent flyer points with one of these popular carriers:

  • AirAsia
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • Batik Air Malaysia
  • AirAsia X

What is the shortest flight from Kuala Lumpur Airport to BKI?
If you believe your vacation hours should be spent 'vacationing' rather than flying, you'll enjoy the journey from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. It's a seriously short 2 hours and 30 minutes.
How many hours flight from Kuala Lumpur Airport to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
With an average flight time of around 2 hours and 38 minutes between Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) and BKI, you'll be living it up in Kota Kinabalu before you can utter, "How much longer to go?"
What airlines have the most flights from Kuala Lumpur Airport to BKI?
You'll discover several airlines that fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI). We've helped you out by identifying those that are the most popular. Regardless of what you look for in an airline, we're confident you'll find one that suits your travel needs among these:

  • AirAsia X - (D7) with 34 flights every month
  • Batik Air Malaysia - (OD) with 45 flights every month
  • Malaysia Airlines - (MH) with 184 flights every month
  • AirAsia - (AK) with 269 flights every month

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