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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu from $55

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06:05 - 08:40KUL-BKI
2h 35mdirect
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22:40 - 01:10BKI-KUL
2h 30mdirect
$103AirAsia
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Fri, 16 Jan - Fri, 16 Jan
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06:05 - 08:40KUL-BKI
2h 35mdirect
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23:25 - 01:55BKI-KUL
2h 30mdirect
$105AirAsia
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Fri, 27 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar
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20:30 - 23:00KUL-BKI
2h 30mdirect
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23:25 - 01:55BKI-KUL
2h 30mdirect
$106AirAsia
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Sat, 7 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
AirAsia Logo
08:00 - 10:30KUL-BKI
2h 30mdirect
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22:40 - 01:10BKI-KUL
2h 30mdirect
$111AirAsia
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Wed, 1 Apr - Wed, 8 Apr
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07:00 - 09:35KUL-BKI
2h 35mdirect
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22:00 - 00:30BKI-KUL
2h 30mdirect
$112AirAsia
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Fri, 24 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
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15:05 - 17:40KUL-BKI
2h 35mdirect
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22:25 - 00:55BKI-KUL
2h 30mdirect
$120AirAsia
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Thu, 20 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov
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10:00 - 12:30KUL-BKI
2h 30mdirect
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23:25 - 01:55BKI-KUL
2h 30mdirect
$121AirAsia
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Sun, 30 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
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20:30 - 23:00KUL-BKI
2h 30mdirect
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07:15 - 22:20BKI-KUL
15h 05m1 stop
$129AirAsia
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Sat, 7 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
Batik Air Logo
07:05 - 09:35KUL-BKI
2h 30mdirect
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07:00 - 09:30BKI-KUL
2h 30mdirect
$134Batik Air
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Thu, 20 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov
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13:30 - 16:00KUL-BKI
2h 30mdirect
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07:00 - 09:30BKI-KUL
2h 30mdirect
$141Batik Air
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Thu, 20 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov

Batik Air flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Batik Air deals on Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Batik Air
20 Nov
KUL07:05Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 30m
BKI09:35Kota Kinabalu
30 Nov
BKI07:00Kota Kinabalu
2h 30m
KUL09:30Kuala Lumpur Intl
$134
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Batik Air
20 Nov
KUL13:30Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 30m
BKI16:00Kota Kinabalu
30 Nov
BKI07:00Kota Kinabalu
2h 30m
KUL09:30Kuala Lumpur Intl
$141
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Batik Air
20 Nov
KUL18:20Kuala Lumpur Intl
19h 45m
1 stop
BKI14:05Kota Kinabalu
30 Nov
BKI07:00Kota Kinabalu
2h 30m
KUL09:30Kuala Lumpur Intl
$169
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AirAsia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

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AirAsia
16 Jan
KUL06:05Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 35m
BKI08:40Kota Kinabalu
16 Jan
BKI22:40Kota Kinabalu
2h 30m
KUL01:10Kuala Lumpur Intl
$103
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AirAsia
27 Feb
KUL06:05Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 35m
BKI08:40Kota Kinabalu
2 Mar
BKI23:25Kota Kinabalu
2h 30m
KUL01:55Kuala Lumpur Intl
$105
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AirAsia
7 Mar
KUL20:30Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 30m
BKI23:00Kota Kinabalu
8 Mar
BKI23:25Kota Kinabalu
2h 30m
KUL01:55Kuala Lumpur Intl
$106
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Kuala Lumpur 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 78,305 searches. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
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Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 16/1

06:05-08:40

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 16/1

22:40-01:10

Nonstop2h 30m

$103

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 27/2

06:05-08:40

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 2/3

23:25-01:55

Nonstop2h 30m

$105

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 7/3

20:30-23:00

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 8/3

23:25-01:55

Nonstop2h 30m

$106

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 1/4

08:00-10:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 8/4

22:40-01:10

Nonstop2h 30m

$111

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 24/4

07:00-09:35

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 27/4

22:00-00:30

Nonstop2h 30m

$112

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 20/11

15:05-17:40

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 26/11

22:25-00:55

Nonstop2h 30m

$120

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 30/11

10:00-12:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 3/12

23:25-01:55

Nonstop2h 30m

$121

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 7/3

20:30-23:00

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 8/3

07:15-22:20

1 stop15h 05m

$129

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 20/11

07:05-09:35

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 30/11

07:00-09:30

Nonstop2h 30m

$134

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 20/11

13:30-16:00

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 30/11

07:00-09:30

Nonstop2h 30m

$141

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

If you are unable to visit Kota Kinabalu during the month of April, then departing from Kuala Lumpur during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $117.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $112. The most expensive day to fly to Kota Kinabalu is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $195.

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 at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as $133. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $171. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kota Kinabalu for around $137 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 for as low as $111 on momondo.

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

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

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Fastest flight time

2h 30m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in Kota Kinabalu

1 airport
The fastest flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu takes 2h 30m
Direct flights go from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..
There is 1 airport near Kota Kinabalu: Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
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  • How far is Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu by plane?

    A flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu will travel around 1624.1 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 2h 30m.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Kota Kinabalu Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kota Kinabalu Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

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AirAsiaPriceFrom $79Free cancellationRating
6.8
220 reviews
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Batik AirPriceFrom $91Free cancellationRating
5.8
74 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $143Free cancellationRating
7.3
278 reviews
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