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£329 Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu

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China Eastern Logo
11:35 - 00:30
LGW
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BKI
29h 55m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
01:30 - 15:00
BKI
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LGW
20h 30m
1 stop
£614China Eastern
Mon, 11 May - Tue, 19 May
China Eastern Logo
18:00 - 00:30
LGW
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BKI
23h 30m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
01:30 - 15:00
BKI
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LGW
20h 30m
1 stop
£617China Eastern
Wed, 10 Jun - Tue, 16 Jun
China Eastern Logo
11:35 - 00:30
LGW
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BKI
29h 55m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
01:30 - 15:00
BKI
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LGW
20h 30m
1 stop
£625China Eastern
Fri, 12 Jun - Fri, 19 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:00 - 00:30
LGW
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BKI
23h 30m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:30 - 06:35
BKI
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LGW
28h 05m
2 stops
£625Multiple Airlines
Wed, 10 Jun - Wed, 17 Jun
Royal Brunei Airlines Logo
17:15 - 19:15
LHR
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BKI
19h 00m
2 stops
Royal Brunei Airlines Logo
17:10 - 06:25
BKI
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LHR
20h 15m
2 stops
£635Royal Brunei Airlines
Fri, 25 Sep - Sat, 10 Oct
China Eastern Logo
21:20 - 00:30
LHR
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BKI
20h 10m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
01:30 - 18:40
BKI
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LHR
24h 10m
1 stop
£642China Eastern
Wed, 10 Jun - Tue, 16 Jun
Royal Brunei Airlines Logo
17:15 - 19:15
LHR
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BKI
19h 00m
2 stops
Royal Brunei Airlines Logo
21:00 - 06:25
BKI
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LHR
40h 25m
2 stops
£656Royal Brunei Airlines
Fri, 11 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 18:20
LGW
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BKI
24h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:15 - 07:25
BKI
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LGW
21h 10m
2 stops
£701Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep
Malaysia Airlines Logo
11:00 - 14:15
LHR
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BKI
20h 15m
1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
15:00 - 05:55
BKI
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LHR
21h 55m
1 stop
£735Malaysia Airlines
Sun, 17 May - Mon, 25 May
China Southern Logo
16:05 - 18:20
MAN
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BKI
43h 15m
2 stops
China Southern Logo
19:20 - 22:45
BKI
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MAN
34h 25m
2 stops
£748China Southern
Wed, 10 Jun - Wed, 17 Jun

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LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW - BKI

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Mon 11/5

11:35-00:30

1 stop29h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 19/5

01:30-15:00

1 stop20h 30m

£614

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW - BKI

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Wed 10/6

18:00-00:30

1 stop23h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 16/6

01:30-15:00

1 stop20h 30m

£617

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW - BKI

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Fri 12/6

11:35-00:30

1 stop29h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 19/6

01:30-15:00

1 stop20h 30m

£625

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW - BKI

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Wed 10/6

18:00-00:30

1 stop23h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 17/6

09:30-06:35

2 stops28h 05m

£625
Fastest return journey

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Fri 25/9

17:15-19:15

2 stops19h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 10/10

17:10-06:25

2 stops20h 15m

£635

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Wed 10/6

21:20-00:30

1 stop20h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 16/6

01:30-18:40

1 stop24h 10m

£642

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Fri 11/9

17:15-19:15

2 stops19h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 25/9

21:00-06:25

2 stops40h 25m

£656

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW - BKI

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Fri 11/9

11:00-18:20

1 stop24h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 25/9

17:15-07:25

2 stops21h 10m

£701

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Sun 17/5

11:00-14:15

1 stop20h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 25/5

15:00-05:55

1 stop21h 55m

£735

ManchesterKota Kinabalu

MAN - BKI

MANBKI

Manchester

Wed 10/6

16:05-18:20

2 stops43h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 17/6

19:20-22:45

2 stops34h 25m

£748

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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 £478. If you’re not able to fly to Kota Kinabalu in January, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu during May average around £574.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kota Kinabalu from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kota Kinabalu for around £806 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kota Kinabalu from United Kingdom for as low as £617 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO KOTA KINABALU FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTMay24% cheaperFlying from London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu costs on average just £613 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO KOTA KINABALU FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTDecember51% more expensiveIt costs about £1,219 for flights to Kota Kinabalu from London Heathrow Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO KOTA KINABALU FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTSeptember276% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Kota Kinabalu from London Heathrow Airport in September 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

£329

Best Round-Trip Price

£614

Fastest flight time

26h 30m

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The best one-way flight price to Kota Kinabalu from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £329 (London Stansted to Kota Kinabalu).
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The best round-trip flight price to Kota Kinabalu from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £614 (London Gatwick to Kota Kinabalu).
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The fastest flight to Kota Kinabalu from United Kingdom takes 26h 30m (Birmingham to Kota Kinabalu).
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December has the highest demand for flights to Kota Kinabalu, with a 15% 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 80 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 £704. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from United Kingdom for as low as £426.

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 £43 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.

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 11 as of April 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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