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Kota Kinabalu.RM94 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Tawau on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Tawau.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM94, select.
Kota Kinabalu.RM94 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb, returning Sun, 8 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Sandakan.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM94, select.
Kota Kinabalu.RM94 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jan, returning Sun, 25 Jan.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Sandakan.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM94, select.
Kota Kinabalu.RM95 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Jan, returning Sun, 1 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Fri, 30 Jan, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Sandakan.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM95, select.
Kota Kinabalu.RM95 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Apr, returning Tue, 14 Apr.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Sandakan.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM95, select.
Kota Kinabalu.RM96 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Thu, 24 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Sandakan.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM96, select.
Kota Kinabalu.RM97 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Sandakan.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM97, select.
Kota Kinabalu.RM98 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Sandakan on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Sandakan.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM98, select.

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Jan
from RM94
Feb
from RM94
Mar
from RM97
Apr
from RM95
May
from RM94
Jun
from RM101
Jul
from RM100
Aug
from RM101
Sep
from RM96
Oct
from RM105
Nov
from RM101
Dec
from RM373

Airports near Kota Kinabalu

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Direct flights to Kota Kinabalu

Frequently asked questions

The average flight time to Kota Kinabalu is 2 hours and 37 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from Kuala Lumpur.
AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Firefly, Uzbekistan Airways, Qatar Airways, IndiGo and BatikAir Malaysia all fly direct to Kota Kinabalu.
The cheapest month to fly to Kota Kinabalu is usually February.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kota Kinabalu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 26 minutes.
The best price we found for a return flight to Kota Kinabalu is RM94. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Kota Kinabalu Airport is Thursday, 5 February 2026.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kota Kinabalu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

Flying to Kota Kinabalu

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM94
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time1 hr, 27 mins
Most popular airlineAirAsia
Average flights per week1,059

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How to find cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • The lowest price currently available for a one-way flight to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is RM46. A return plane ticket to BKI right now is RM94.

  • Get updates on fares by setting up a Price Alert. As soon as prices on tickets to BKI drop, we'll notify you.

  • Pick up a bargain on tickets to Kota Kinabalu, where Kota Kinabalu International Airport is located, by booking early. You're more likely to discover a great deal and have a wider range of flight options.

  • Click on the 'Add nearby airports' option and widen your search for cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu. This will show you every airport around your departure and destination points.

  • Search for plane tickets to Kota Kinabalu International Airport that have a stop or two. Connecting flights often offer better prices. After your results appear, use the 'Stops' filter to browse your options.

Best time to go to Kota Kinabalu

  • The cheapest month to jump on a flight to Kota Kinabalu is typically May.

  • To find the month with the cheapest flights to BKI, use the 'Whole month' tool. If your travel dates are flexible, search for the green prices on the calendar — they highlight the lowest available fares.

  • August is the most popular month for flights to BKI. It's the perfect time to explore Kota Kinabalu in full swing.

  • Travel in February if you'd prefer to avoid the crowds. This is the quietest time of the year and also when plane tickets to Kota Kinabalu are often cheaper.

  • The weather can make or break your holiday, so consider what type of conditions you want to travel in. Kota Kinabalu is warmest in May, with averages of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Temperatures are at their lowest in February, when they range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • With 14 days of rain on average, February is the driest month in Kota Kinabalu.

  • The wettest time of year is November. Plan your trip then and you can expect to get around 24 days of rainfall.

Flying to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): What you need to know

  • Offering direct flights to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, these major airlines make reaching Kota Kinabalu nice and easy:

  • Indonesia AirAsia is the leading carrier for on-time performance. Up to 83% of its flights into this airport land without delays, making it an excellent choice when booking your BKI plane ticket.

  • BKI is located in the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Whether you're arriving late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some comfortable hotels near Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Check in to one of these after your flight to BKI:

  • Get your adventure started in no time with a car hire in BKI. Rent your wheels from NH Travel, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and explore parts of Kota Kinabalu that most visitors tend to miss.

  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport has an on-time performance of 74%. This rating is a snapshot of how reliably flights from BKI touch down when expected.

  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport is located in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.

Getting to central Kota Kinabalu from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • The distance from BKI to central Kota Kinabalu is about 8 kilometres.

  • If you're taking a cab or ride-sharing after your flight to BKI, it'll take around 15 minutes to get to the centre.

  • If you want to stay near all the action in Kota Kinabalu, drop your bags at one of these top options:

Kota Kinabalu highlights

  • Put these major attractions at the top of your to-do list after stepping off your flight to Kota Kinabalu:

    • Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park: The perfect place to begin sightseeing, this landmark is around 8 kilometres west of the city centre.

    • Paut's Home And Garden: You'll discover this park roughly 10 kilometres east of the centre. Take some time out and watch the world go by in this corner of Kota Kinabalu.

    • Sipadan Dive Centre Sdn. Bhd.: Looking for more reasons to visit Kota Kinabalu? This landmark brings in the crowds and is about 0.16 kilometres north-west of the city centre.

How to get to Keningau from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • Going straight to Keningau? From BKI, it takes around 1 hour 45 minutes to drive there. The city is about 105 kilometres from the airport.

Travelling from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Ranau

  • Ranau is about 72 kilometres from Kota Kinabalu International Airport if that's where your trip takes you.

  • It takes 2 hours 20 minutes or so to drive to Ranau.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Craving more adventure? Sandakan is a must-do while you're in Malaysia. It's about 225 kilometres east of Kota Kinabalu and features Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary (Pusat Pemulihan Orangutan), Sun Bear Conservation Centre, Sepilok and Sandakan Rainforest Park.

  • Tawau is another popular destination in Malaysia and is roughly 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu. Zero in on some of the best places like D'mount kinabalu adventure, Rainforest Waterfall and Tawau Hill Park (Table Waterfall). Tawau Airport (TWU) handles most flights into this city.

  • Roughly 290 kilometres south-west of Kota Kinabalu, Miri is well worth the journey. Good reasons to visit include Miri Balloon, Piasau Nature Reserve Ranger Station and Marina Bay Park. Flying into Miri Airport (MYY) is the easiest way to get here.

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