What is the cheapest airline that flies from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu?

Firefly, AirAsia, and Batik Air are the most popular carriers operating from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

How many flights depart from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu on average per week?

The number of flights available between Southeast Asia and Kota Kinabalu is 763 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How many flights depart from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu on average per day?

109 flights are operational daily from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 08:00, with 54% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

Prices for flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

As of February 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Southeast Asia 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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07:00 - 09:35

KUL

BKI

2h 35mdirect

23:20 - 01:50

BKI

KUL

2h 30mdirect

$114AirAsia

Wed, 22 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

11:55 - 14:30

KUL

BKI

2h 35mdirect

22:50 - 01:20

BKI

KUL

2h 30mdirect

$117AirAsia

Sat, 9 May - Sun, 10 May

10:30 - 15:15

KUL

BKI

4h 45m

1 stop

09:25 - 18:10

BKI

KUL

8h 45m

1 stop

$119Batik Air

Wed, 22 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

13:00 - 15:35

KUL

BKI

2h 35mdirect

23:20 - 01:50

BKI

KUL

2h 30mdirect

$121AirAsia

Sat, 27 Jun - Sun, 28 Jun

16:00 - 18:35

KUL

BKI

2h 35mdirect

06:00 - 08:30

BKI

KUL

2h 30mdirect

$122AirAsia

Thu, 14 May - Sun, 17 May

06:05 - 08:40

KUL

BKI

2h 35mdirect

23:25 - 01:55

BKI

KUL

2h 30mdirect

$124AirAsia

Fri, 27 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar

14:15 - 16:55

KUL

BKI

2h 40mdirect

19:00 - 00:50

BKI

KUL

5h 50m

1 stop

$128AirAsia

Mon, 11 May - Sun, 17 May

19:45 - 22:15

KUL

BKI

2h 30mdirect

07:05 - 09:35

BKI

KUL

2h 30mdirect

$140Batik Air

Wed, 1 Apr - Thu, 9 Apr

13:00 - 15:35

KUL

BKI

2h 35mdirect

06:00 - 08:30

BKI

KUL

2h 30mdirect

$147AirAsia

Thu, 30 Apr - Mon, 4 May

19:45 - 22:15

KUL

BKI

2h 30mdirect

16:30 - 19:00

BKI

KUL

2h 30mdirect

$150Batik Air

Sat, 18 Jul - Tue, 21 Jul

Batik Air flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

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Batik Air

22 Apr

KUL10:30Kuala Lumpur Intl

4h 45m

1 stop

BKI15:15Kota Kinabalu

27 Apr

BKI09:25Kota Kinabalu

8h 45m

1 stop

KUL18:10Kuala Lumpur Intl

$119

Batik Air

1 Apr

KUL19:45Kuala Lumpur Intl

2h 30m

BKI22:15Kota Kinabalu

9 Apr

BKI07:05Kota Kinabalu

2h 30m

KUL09:35Kuala Lumpur Intl

$140

Batik Air

18 July

KUL19:45Kuala Lumpur Intl

2h 30m

BKI22:15Kota Kinabalu

21 July

BKI16:30Kota Kinabalu

2h 30m

KUL19:00Kuala Lumpur Intl

$150

AirAsia flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

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AirAsia

22 Apr

KUL07:00Kuala Lumpur Intl

2h 35m

BKI09:35Kota Kinabalu

27 Apr

BKI23:20Kota Kinabalu

2h 30m

KUL01:50Kuala Lumpur Intl

$114

AirAsia

9 May

KUL11:55Kuala Lumpur Intl

2h 35m

BKI14:30Kota Kinabalu

10 May

BKI22:50Kota Kinabalu

2h 30m

KUL01:20Kuala Lumpur Intl

$117

AirAsia

27 June

KUL13:00Kuala Lumpur Intl

2h 35m

BKI15:35Kota Kinabalu

28 June

BKI23:20Kota Kinabalu

2h 30m

KUL01:50Kuala Lumpur Intl

$121

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Wed 22/4

07:00-09:35

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 27/4

23:20-01:50

Nonstop2h 30m

$114

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Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 9/5

11:55-14:30

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 10/5

22:50-01:20

Nonstop2h 30m

$117

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Kuala Lumpur Intl

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10:30-15:15

1 stop4h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 27/4

09:25-18:10

1 stop8h 45m

$119

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KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 27/6

13:00-15:35

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 28/6

23:20-01:50

Nonstop2h 30m

$121

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 14/5

16:00-18:35

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 17/5

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

$122

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

$124

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 11/5

14:15-16:55

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 17/5

19:00-00:50

1 stop5h 50m

$128

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 1/4

19:45-22:15

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 9/4

07:05-09:35

Nonstop2h 30m

$140

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 30/4

13:00-15:35

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 4/5

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

$147

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 18/7

19:45-22:15

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 21/7

16:30-19:00

Nonstop2h 30m

$150

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The fastest flight from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu takes 2h 25m

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As of February 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Southeast Asia 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.
What is the most popular plane model from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu is Boeing 737-800, representing 32.37% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320neo at 18.73%, Airbus A320-100/200 at 16.69%, and Airbus A320 (sharklets) at 14.92%.

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No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu?

Firefly, AirAsia, and Batik Air are the most popular carriers operating from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu

How many flights depart from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu on average per day?

109 flights are operational daily from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 08:00, with 54% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Southeast Asia to Kota Kinabalu on average per week?

The number of flights available between Southeast Asia and Kota Kinabalu is 763 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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