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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu from RM 124

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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — BKI
17 Apr — 24 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu are usually found in July or April, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kuala Lumpur (MY1) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 257

One-way from

RM 124

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

July

Average price

RM 341
Batik Air
  • Batik Air
  • 5/5-7/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 10m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
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Batik Air
  • Batik Air
  • 17/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 35m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (RM 216 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (RM 59 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 April 2025.

Thu 23/1008:00SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mBatik Air
Mon 27/1015:05BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 35mBatik Air
Deal found 10/4RM 252
Fri 22/813:10KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Tue 26/823:25BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 11/4RM 292
Tue 6/506:05KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/506:00BKI - KUL
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4RM 305
Fri 9/511:30SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/515:05BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4RM 310
Mon 12/511:30SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 45mFirefly
Mon 19/514:50BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 40mFirefly
Deal found 10/4RM 350
Mon 14/419:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 30mBatik Air
Fri 18/407:00BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 30mBatik Air
Deal found 11/4RM 376
Fri 2/517:45KUL - BKI
1 stop15h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 4/520:35BKI - KUL
1 stop10h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 10/4RM 535
Sat 3/511:30SZB - BKI
Nonstop2h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 7/514:50BKI - SZB
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 11/4RM 655
Mon 26/521:15KUL - BKI
1 stop23h 00mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Fri 30/521:45BKI - KUL
1 stop13h 35mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 11/4RM 788

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Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

SZB - BKI

SZBBKI

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Mon 5/5

08:00-10:35

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 7/5

15:05-17:40

Nonstop2h 35m

RM 257

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 17/5

06:00-08:25

1 stop26h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 21/5

06:00-15:10

1 stop9h 10m

RM 274

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

SZB - BKI

SZBBKI

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Fri 9/5

11:30-14:15

Nonstop2h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 13/5

15:05-17:40

Nonstop2h 35m

RM 310

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 21/4

07:00-09:35

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 26/4

11:00-13:30

Nonstop2h 30m

RM 314

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

SZB - BKI

SZBBKI

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Mon 12/5

11:30-14:15

Nonstop2h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 19/5

14:50-17:30

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 350

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 18/7

06:50-14:05

1 stop7h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 22/7

07:00-09:30

Nonstop2h 30m

RM 403

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 2/5

17:45-09:40

1 stop15h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 4/5

20:35-07:25

1 stop10h 50m

RM 535

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

SZB - BKI

SZBBKI

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Sat 3/5

11:30-14:15

Nonstop2h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 7/5

14:50-17:30

Nonstop2h 40m

RM 655

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 26/5

21:15-20:15

1 stop23h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 30/5

21:45-11:20

1 stop13h 35m

RM 788

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

SZB - BKI

SZBBKI

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Thu 17/4

08:00-10:35

Nonstop2h 35m

RM 124

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Best time to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 71). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 101). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from KUL to BKI?

Find hourly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 3% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 30 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Explore weekly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

The most flights from MY1 to BKI are scheduled on a Wednesday (105 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (64 on average).

Rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kota Kinabalu ranges from 60.0 - 351.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 351.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Kota Kinabalu when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Kota Kinabalu by month

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

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).

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 12 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern, Malaysia Airlines and Scoot from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Haris,Mar 2025

MNL - CAN

Aircraft staff was very nice, have a great services, much cooperative.
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Haris,Mar 2025

MNL - CAN

Aircraft staff was very nice, have a great services, much cooperative.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Haris,Mar 2025

MNL - CAN

Aircraft staff was very nice, have a great services, much cooperative.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
303 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Haris,Mar 2025

MNL - CAN

Aircraft staff was very nice, have a great services, much cooperative.
AirAsia
6.6
Okay
203 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Haris,Mar 2025

MNL - CAN

Aircraft staff was very nice, have a great services, much cooperative.
Batik Air
6.0
Okay
69 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Haris,Mar 2025

MNL - CAN

Aircraft staff was very nice, have a great services, much cooperative.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, you will be flying into Kota Kinabalu. Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is just 5.8 km from the centre vof the city. Kota Kinabalu is the only Kota Kinabalu airport and it handles 86 inbound flights from Kuala Lumpur per day. 8 airlines have flights to Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Batik Air, at RM 257, was found to be the cheapest airline from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include AirAsia and Firefly. Users have found that Batik Air is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu are Batik Air (RM 124), AirAsia (RM 128), and Firefly (RM 173).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu consider choosing British Airways(100%), Singapore Airlines(75%) or Oman Air(73%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu? While on average our users pay RM 1,020, our data indicates the cheapest price to be RM 93. The most popular route (Kuala Lumpur Intl - Kota Kinabalu), is priced around RM 252.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu (average of RM 71). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 101). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 12 April 2025.
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Batik AirCheapestRM 55AverageRM 348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 224AverageRM 412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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AirAsia XCheapestRM 239AverageRM 430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 267AverageRM 627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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FireflyCheapestRM 274AverageRM 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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ScootCheapestRM 364AverageRM 384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestRM 385AverageRM 509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapestRM 515AverageRM 678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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