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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu from $73

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 28/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — BKI
6 Sep — 13 Sep1
1 adult

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

Cheap flight deals from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) 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 1 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$116

One-way from

$73

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$189

Good one-way deal

$135 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 3/11-7/11
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 15m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 28/11
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 40m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($43 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 September 2025.

Sat 1/1120:30KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Tue 4/1122:00BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 1/9$116
Sat 15/1108:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Tue 18/1119:45BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 1/9$119
Wed 15/1012:05KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 22/1020:50BKI - KUL
1 stop24h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 30/8$128
Thu 30/1006:50KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Sun 2/1122:40BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 1/9$130
Tue 28/1006:50KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Fri 31/1011:00BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 31/8$137
Wed 15/1006:50KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Fri 17/1023:25BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 30/8$163
Thu 25/920:30KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Sat 27/918:00BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 1/9$166
Fri 26/919:50KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mAirAsia
Mon 29/922:55BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 1/9$171
Wed 17/1206:50KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Mon 22/1214:00BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 30/8$180
Mon 13/1008:00KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Tue 21/1006:00BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 1/9$182
Fri 3/1017:20KUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 35mAirAsia
Sat 11/1022:00BKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 30mAirAsia
Deal found 31/8$185

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Price

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 3/11

18:45-21:25

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 7/11

18:00-20:35

Nonstop2h 35m

$116

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 1/11

20:30-23:00

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 4/11

22:00-00:30

Nonstop2h 30m

$116

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 13/11

19:35-22:15

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 16/11

18:00-20:35

Nonstop2h 35m

$116

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 30/11

20:30-23:00

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 4/12

06:00-08:30

Nonstop2h 30m

$116

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 11/11

18:45-21:25

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 14/11

22:00-00:30

Nonstop2h 30m

$116

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 30/11

20:30-23:00

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 3/12

18:00-20:35

Nonstop2h 35m

$116

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 9/11

06:05-08:40

Nonstop2h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 13/11

23:25-01:55

Nonstop2h 30m

$116

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 4/11

08:00-10:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/11

23:25-01:55

Nonstop2h 30m

$116

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 14/11

19:35-22:15

Nonstop2h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 18/11

20:20-22:55

Nonstop2h 35m

$116

Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu

KUL - BKI

KULBKI

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 4/12

20:30-23:00

Nonstop2h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 7/12

19:45-22:20

Nonstop2h 35m

$116

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu (average of $423). Flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $821). 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 Intl 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 1 September 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 31 August 2025.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

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 1 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, andBatik Air from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu. 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.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
215 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Batik Air
5.9
Fair
73 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur Intl, you will be flying to Kota Kinabalu, which is the city’s only airport. Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is located 5.8 km from the centre of Kota Kinabalu. There are 97 flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Kota Kinabalu per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

    A quick flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu can take about 2h 40m. AirAsia provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $116. The distance from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu is about 1629 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Flying on Batik Air is currently your cheapest option to Kota Kinabalu, with prices starting at $75. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $79 and $92, respectively. You may be able to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu for 46% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Consider British Airways (87%), MAI (86%) or Japan Airlines (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu? While on average our users pay $172, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $119. The most popular route (Kuala Lumpur Intl - Kota Kinabalu), is priced around $90.

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kuala Lumpur Intl 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 Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu (average of $423). Flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $821). 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 3 airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Kota Kinabalu

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Batik AirCheapest$75Average$140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapest$79Average$137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$92Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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