Which airline has the best punctuality record on Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flights?

According to our data, Malaysia Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How often are flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu delayed?

Historically, on average around 31% of flights between Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 128 minutes.

How many flights depart from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu on average per day?

108 flights are operational daily from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 19:00, with 39% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

What is the most punctual flight time for Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu on average per week?

757 flights are operational weekly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

AirAsia and Batik Air are the most popular carriers operating from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

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

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As of December 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

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.

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19 Jan

KUL07:00Kuala Lumpur Intl

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22 Jan

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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 $113.

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The cheapest day to depart from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $105. The most expensive day to fly to Kota Kinabalu is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $207.

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 $131. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $172. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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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 $132 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 $107 on momondo.

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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 40m.
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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.

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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 $113.

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The cheapest day to depart from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $105. The most expensive day to fly to Kota Kinabalu is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $207.

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 $131. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $172. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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What is the cheapest airline that flies from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

AirAsia and Batik Air are the most popular carriers operating from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

How often are flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu delayed?

Historically, on average around 31% of flights between Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 128 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flights?

According to our data, Malaysia Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu on average per day?

108 flights are operational daily from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 19:00, with 39% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu on average per week?

757 flights are operational weekly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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