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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu from £28

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Malaysia Airlines Logo
06:50 - 09:30KUL-BKI
2h 40mdirect
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10:10 - 12:50BKI-KUL
2h 40mdirect
£46Malaysia Airlines
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Mon, 2 Mar - Sat, 7 Mar
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17:30 - 20:10KUL-BKI
2h 40mdirect
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10:10 - 12:50BKI-KUL
2h 40mdirect
£52Malaysia Airlines
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Fri, 27 Feb - Tue, 10 Mar
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06:50 - 09:30KUL-BKI
2h 40mdirect
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20:50 - 23:30BKI-KUL
2h 40mdirect
£53Malaysia Airlines
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06:50 - 09:25KUL-BKI
2h 35mdirect
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19:05 - 21:45BKI-KUL
2h 40mdirect
£56
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Mon, 20 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
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21:00 - 23:40KUL-BKI
2h 40mdirect
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22:00 - 00:45BKI-KUL
2h 45mdirect
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18:45 - 21:25KUL-BKI
2h 40mdirect
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23:25 - 01:55BKI-KUL
2h 30mdirect
£58AirAsia
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06:50 - 09:25KUL-BKI
2h 35mdirect
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13h 00m1 stop
£66AirAsia
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06:15 - 16:20KUL-BKI
10h 05m1 stop
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13h 00m1 stop
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19:00 - 21:30KUL-BKI
2h 30mdirect
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07:00 - 09:30BKI-KUL
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£73Batik Air
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17:00 - 19:30KUL-BKI
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Malaysia Airlines flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Malaysia Airlines deals on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Malaysia Airlines
2 Mar
KUL06:50Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 40m
BKI09:30Kota Kinabalu
7 Mar
BKI10:10Kota Kinabalu
2h 40m
KUL12:50Kuala Lumpur Intl
£46
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Malaysia Airlines
27 Feb
KUL17:30Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 40m
BKI20:10Kota Kinabalu
14 Mar
BKI20:50Kota Kinabalu
2h 40m
KUL23:30Kuala Lumpur Intl
£52
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Malaysia Airlines
2 Mar
KUL06:50Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 40m
BKI09:30Kota Kinabalu
4 Mar
BKI20:50Kota Kinabalu
2h 40m
KUL23:30Kuala Lumpur Intl
£53
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AirAsia flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu

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AirAsia
27 Nov
KUL18:45Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 40m
BKI21:25Kota Kinabalu
1 Dec
BKI23:25Kota Kinabalu
2h 30m
KUL01:55Kuala Lumpur Intl
£58
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AirAsia
20 Oct
KUL06:50Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 35m
BKI09:25Kota Kinabalu
27 Oct
BKI06:00Kota Kinabalu
13h 00m
1 stop
KUL19:00Kuala Lumpur Intl
£66
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AirAsia
20 Oct
KUL06:15Kuala Lumpur Intl
10h 05m
1 stop
BKI16:20Kota Kinabalu
27 Oct
BKI06:00Kota Kinabalu
13h 00m
1 stop
KUL19:00Kuala Lumpur Intl
£66
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 15 September 2025.
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Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 2/3

06:50-09:30

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 7/3

10:10-12:50

Nonstop2h 40m

£46

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 27/2

17:30-20:10

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 10/3

10:10-12:50

Nonstop2h 40m

£52

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 2/3

06:50-09:30

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 4/3

20:50-23:30

Nonstop2h 40m

£53

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 20/10

06:50-09:25

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 27/10

19:05-21:45

Nonstop2h 40m

£56

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 21/11

21:00-23:40

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 25/11

22:00-00:45

Nonstop2h 45m

£57

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 27/11

18:45-21:25

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 1/12

23:25-01:55

Nonstop2h 30m

£58

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 20/10

06:50-09:25

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 27/10

06:00-19:00

1 stop13h 00m

£66

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 20/10

06:15-16:20

1 stop10h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 27/10

06:00-19:00

1 stop13h 00m

£66

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 11/10

19:00-21:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 12/10

07:00-09:30

Nonstop2h 30m

£73

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 19/10

17:00-19:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 28/10

07:00-09:30

Nonstop2h 30m

£78

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport and Kota Kinabalu?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £52. If you’re not able to fly to Kota Kinabalu in April, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu during November average around £56.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Kota Kinabalu?

The cheapest day to depart from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as £57. Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around £82. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kota Kinabalu?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Kota Kinabalu is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as £68. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £87.

What is the cheapest Kuala Lumpur Intl to Kota Kinabalu flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kota Kinabalu for around £66 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport for as low as £52 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Kuala Lumpur Intl to Kota Kinabalu flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Kuala Lumpur Intl to Kota Kinabalu flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu flights are approximately 32% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu

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Cheap Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu (KUL to BKI) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£42

Fastest flight time

2h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Kota Kinabalu

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is £42. The best return flight deal from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £79.
The fastest flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu takes 2h 30m
Direct flights go from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu every day.
There is 1 airport near Kota Kinabalu: Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
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  • How far is Kuala Lumpur Intl to Kota Kinabalu by plane?

    Kota Kinabalu is 1014.1 mi away from Kuala Lumpur Intl. 2h 30m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    Prices for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kota Kinabalu Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Kota Kinabalu Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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AirAsia XPriceFrom £31Free CancellationRating
6.4
43 reviews
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5.9
73 reviews
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7.3
278 reviews
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6.8
215 reviews
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FireflyPriceFrom £40Free CancellationRating
7.8
31 reviews
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  • Firefly Flights From Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu

    Across 82 Firefly flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu this week, the average price was £86, with the best Firefly deals starting from £55 round-trip. 31 users have rated Firefly on momondo, with an average score of 7.8/10.

  • Malaysia Airlines Flights From Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu

    Malaysia Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. Malaysia Airlines flight deals for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu start from as low as £52 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average Malaysia Airlines deals seen on momondo around £112. Malaysia Airlines operates 78 flights to Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport in an average week. Users have rated it 7.3/10 across 278 reviews.

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