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£232 Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu

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China Southern Logo
11:00 - 00:30LGW  London Gatwick-BKI Kota Kinabalu
30h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
01:45 - 06:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-LGW London Gatwick
35h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
£401China Southern
Fri, 18 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
China Southern Logo
11:40 - 18:20LGW  London Gatwick-BKI Kota Kinabalu
23h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
01:45 - 06:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-LGW London Gatwick
35h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
£405China Southern
Mon, 7 Sep - Fri, 16 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:20 - 00:30LHR  London Heathrow-BKI Kota Kinabalu
20h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:30 - 17:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-LHR London Heathrow
24h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£461Multiple Airlines
Mon, 14 Sep - Sat, 21 Nov
China Eastern Logo
21:00 - 00:30LHR  London Heathrow-BKI Kota Kinabalu
19h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
01:30 - 17:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-LHR London Heathrow
24h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£480China Eastern
Tue, 27 Oct - Thu, 26 Nov
China Eastern Logo
21:00 - 00:30LHR  London Heathrow-BKI Kota Kinabalu
19h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
01:30 - 17:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-LHR London Heathrow
24h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£481China Eastern
Tue, 27 Oct - Thu, 26 Nov
Malaysia Airlines Logo
10:25 - 15:20LHR  London Heathrow-BKI Kota Kinabalu
20h 55m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Malaysia Airlines Logo
05:20 - 15:25BKI  Kota Kinabalu-LHR London Heathrow
18h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
£562Malaysia Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:25 - 00:30LHR  London Heathrow-BKI Kota Kinabalu
21h 05m2 stops Beijing Capital Hong Kong Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:45 - 06:35BKI  Kota Kinabalu-LHR London Heathrow
35h 50m2 stops Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
£596Multiple Airlines
Mon, 7 Sep - Fri, 16 Oct
Royal Brunei Airlines Logo
17:15 - 16:10LHR  London Heathrow-BKI Kota Kinabalu
15h 55m1 stop Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl
Royal Brunei Airlines Logo
08:20 - 07:20BKI  Kota Kinabalu-LHR London Heathrow
31h 00m2 stops Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl Dubai Intl
£635Royal Brunei Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Royal Brunei Airlines Logo
17:15 - 16:10LHR  London Heathrow-BKI Kota Kinabalu
15h 55m1 stop Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl
Royal Brunei Airlines Logo
17:10 - 06:25BKI  Kota Kinabalu-LHR London Heathrow
20h 15m1 stop Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl
£657Royal Brunei Airlines
Fri, 25 Sep - Sat, 10 Oct
Malaysia Airlines Logo
10:25 - 12:15LHR  London Heathrow-BKI Kota Kinabalu
17h 50m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Malaysia Airlines Logo
13:00 - 05:35BKI  Kota Kinabalu-LHR London Heathrow
24h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
£719Malaysia Airlines
Wed, 13 Jan - Sun, 14 Feb

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LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW London Gatwick - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Fri 18/9

11:00-00:30

1 stop30h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 28/9

01:45-06:30

1 stop35h 45m

£401

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW London Gatwick - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Mon 7/9

11:40-18:20

1 stop23h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 16/10

01:45-06:30

1 stop35h 45m

£405

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR London Heathrow - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Mon 14/9

21:20-00:30

1 stop20h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 21/11

01:30-17:30

1 stop24h 00m

£461

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR London Heathrow - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Tue 27/10

21:00-00:30

1 stop19h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 26/11

01:30-17:30

1 stop24h 00m

£480

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR London Heathrow - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Tue 27/10

21:00-00:30

1 stop19h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 26/11

01:30-17:30

1 stop24h 00m

£481

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR London Heathrow - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Sat 14/11

10:25-15:20

1 stop20h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 21/11

05:20-15:25

1 stop18h 05m

£562

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR London Heathrow - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Mon 7/9

20:25-00:30

2 stops21h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 16/10

01:45-06:35

2 stops35h 50m

£596

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR London Heathrow - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Fri 23/10

17:15-16:10

1 stop15h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 27/10

08:20-07:20

2 stops31h 00m

£635
Fastest return journey

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR London Heathrow - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Fri 25/9

17:15-16:10

1 stop15h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 10/10

17:10-06:25

1 stop20h 15m

£657

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR London Heathrow - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Wed 13/1

10:25-12:15

1 stop17h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 14/2

13:00-05:35

1 stop24h 35m

£719

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £481. If you’re not able to fly to Kota Kinabalu in January, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu during October average around £519.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO KOTA KINABALU FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTSeptember19% cheaperFlying from London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu costs on average just £678 in September
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO KOTA KINABALU FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTDecember46% more expensiveIt costs about £1,222 for flights to Kota Kinabalu from London Heathrow Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO KOTA KINABALU FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTFebruary980% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Kota Kinabalu from London Heathrow Airport in February than any other month

Cheap Kota Kinabalu flight deals and tips

Summary info about Kota Kinabalu flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

£232

Best Round-Trip Price

£401

Fastest flight time

19h 20m

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The best one-way flight price to Kota Kinabalu from United Kingdom in the last 5 days is £232 (London Stansted to Kota Kinabalu).
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The best return flight price to Kota Kinabalu from United Kingdom in the last 5 days is £401 (London Gatwick to Kota Kinabalu).
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The fastest flight to Kota Kinabalu from United Kingdom takes 19h 20m (London Heathrow to Kota Kinabalu).
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December has the highest demand for flights to Kota Kinabalu, with a 13% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Kota Kinabalu

How far in advance should I book a flight to Kota Kinabalu?

We recommend purchasing flights from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu 39 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to Kota Kinabalu for £660. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from United Kingdom for as low as £352.

Is there an alternative airport near Kota Kinabalu?

Those flying to Kota Kinabalu could potentially find better pricing at Labuan Airport (73 mi from Kota Kinabalu city centre), Kudat Airport (83 mi from Kota Kinabalu city centre) or Lawas Airport (90 mi from Kota Kinabalu city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Kota Kinabalu?

With an average price of £96 per person, Labuan Airport is the cheapest airport to fly into when planning your trip to Kota Kinabalu. This price can fluctuate based on where you are flying from. momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool can help users find the best prices.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Kota Kinabalu?

The best price found on momondo to Kota Kinabalu was £79/pp from Kuala Lumpur, which is 18% cheaper than the average flight price to Kota Kinabalu. To find the cheapest price to Kota Kinabalu from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

Prices for flights to Kota Kinabalu Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

The number of operators available for flights to Kota Kinabalu Airport is 12 as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Kota Kinabalu Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kota Kinabalu Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Can I find flights to Kota Kinabalu with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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