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Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu from RM 2,360

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — BKI
24 Apr — 1 May1
1 adult
Wed 24/4
Wed 1/5

Flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2024

Find the latest flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 312,283 searches and data was last updated on 19 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

RM 540

Return from

RM 339

One-way from

RM 182
High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
One-way flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Kota Kinabalu in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 312,283 searches and data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
The below flights offer some of the lowest fares to Kota Kinabalu in April and May 2024. If these prices don't match your budget, be sure to check back soon for more deals.
Sun 5/516:25LAX - BKI
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/501:45BKI - LAX
2 stops45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4RM 6,100
Sat 4/500:50LAX - BKI
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/501:45BKI - LAX
2 stops45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4RM 6,143
Sun 5/512:25LAX - BKI
2 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/521:30BKI - LAX
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4RM 6,381
Sat 4/500:50LAX - BKI
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/510:20BKI - LAX
2 stops44h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4RM 6,401
Sun 5/512:35LAX - BKI
1 stop21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/501:45BKI - LAX
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4RM 6,544
Sun 5/516:25LAX - BKI
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/509:20BKI - LAX
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4RM 6,659
Sat 4/500:30LAX - BKI
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/521:30BKI - LAX
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4RM 6,740
Wed 1/519:40ORD - BKI
2 stops39h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 8/505:20BKI - ORD
2 stops47h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/4RM 6,754
Sat 4/500:50LAX - BKI
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/500:05BKI - LAX
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4RM 6,940

Kota Kinabalu 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Kota Kinabalu in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 312,283 searches and data were last updated on 19 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sat 16/1111:50LAX - BKI
2 stops42h 20mJAL
Wed 20/1119:05BKI - LAX
2 stops30h 45mJAL
Deal found 17/4RM 4,729
Thu 26/912:05ORD - BKI
2 stops46h 35mJAL
Wed 2/1019:05BKI - ORD
2 stops27h 05mJAL
Deal found 18/4RM 5,163
Thu 1/813:55SFO - BKI
2 stops41h 45mJAL
Fri 23/819:05BKI - SFO
2 stops31h 40mJAL
Deal found 18/4RM 5,307
Mon 5/813:55SFO - BKI
2 stops41h 45mJAL
Sat 24/805:20BKI - SFO
2 stops45h 25mJAL
Deal found 17/4RM 5,321
Sun 4/800:50SFO - BKI
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/806:00BKI - SFO
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4RM 5,383
Thu 1/813:55SFO - BKI
2 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/819:05BKI - SFO
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4RM 5,412
Thu 1/822:05SFO - BKI
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/806:00BKI - SFO
2 stops53h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4RM 5,627
Wed 13/1101:05EWR - BKI
2 stops33h 15mTurkish Airlines
Mon 18/1119:05BKI - EWR
2 stops40h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/4RM 5,789
Sun 4/801:00SFO - BKI
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/821:30BKI - SFO
2 stops48h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4RM 5,794

One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu

Explore one-way flight options to Kota Kinabalu for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 312,283 searches and data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
If you're looking for options on one-way flights to Kota Kinabalu, check out these fares. Those seeking round-trip flights to Kota Kinabalu should utilize the search form at the top of the page.
Thu 2/511:00JFK - BKI
3 stops43h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4RM 2,360
Wed 1/511:00JFK - BKI
2 stops45h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4RM 2,369
Sun 28/411:00JFK - BKI
3 stops47h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4RM 2,403
Sun 28/411:00JFK - BKI
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4RM 2,412
Fri 3/511:00JFK - BKI
3 stops46h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4RM 2,498
Wed 1/511:00JFK - BKI
3 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4RM 2,532
Fri 3/511:00JFK - BKI
3 stops46h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4RM 2,536
Tue 30/412:30JFK - BKI
3 stops41h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4RM 2,618
Tue 30/412:30JFK - BKI
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4RM 2,637

Average price of flights to Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Kota Kinabalu is currently RM 2,485 while a return flight costs RM 6,859. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 65). Flying to Kota Kinabalu in February will prove the most costly (average of RM 108). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

RM 368

February

RM 516

March

RM 363

April

RM 463

May

RM 330

June

RM 363

July

RM 358

August

RM 373

September

RM 349

October

RM 310

November

RM 320

December

RM 430

Temperature and rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BKI

Temperature

26 - 27 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kota Kinabalu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.
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Midday
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Users looking for the lowest fares to Kota Kinabalu should consider flying on Monday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Kota Kinabalu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kota Kinabalu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kota Kinabalu. Reviews last updated 19 April 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air and AirAsia to Kota Kinabalu by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

7.5
Good
404 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

6.8
Okay
265 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

6.6
Okay
319 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

6.6
Okay
61 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a late gate change that required using buses to a remote part of the airport. As a result our take_off was delayed Communication was poor

  • What does BKI mean?

    BKI stands for Kota Kinabalu Airport. Codes like this one are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu?

    Most people fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI) if they book a flight to Kota Kinabalu. Kota Kinabalu is conveniently located just 5.8 km from Kota Kinabalu’s city centre. Kota Kinabalu is the only Kota Kinabalu airport and it handles 55 daily flights from Kuala Lumpur. 7 airlines have flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu on a regular basis.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kota Kinabalu if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kota Kinabalu on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, AirAsia is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kota Kinabalu.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kota Kinabalu?

    Kota Kinabalu Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kota Kinabalu. One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu Airport typically cost RM 43, while return flights cost around RM 114.

  • How much is a return flight to Kota Kinabalu?

    A return flight to Kota Kinabalu will typically cost around RM 43, however they can be found for as little as RM 24.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kota Kinabalu depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 45 minutes).

  • Does Kota Kinabalu Airport have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kota Kinabalu Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    Yes. Kota Kinabalu Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Survivor Lodge Pulau Tiga is the closest property to Kota Kinabalu Airport (0.0 km away from Kota Kinabalu Airport).

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