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Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu Starting at NZD 16

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      • Cheapest nonstop
        KUL19:00
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        BKI21:30
        Sun, Apr 13|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|Batik Air Malaysia
        NZD 16NZD 73
        78% OFF
        78% OFF
        NZD 73NZD 16

        Choose Batik Air Malaysia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Batik Air Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Sun, Apr 13, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 16 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL14:30
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        BKI17:00
        Sat, May 10|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|Batik Air Malaysia
        NZD 26NZD 73
        64% OFF
        64% OFF
        NZD 73NZD 26

        Choose Batik Air Malaysia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Batik Air Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Sat, May 10, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 26 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL08:00
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        BKI10:30
        Mon, Apr 14|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|Batik Air Malaysia
        NZD 32NZD 73
        56% OFF
        56% OFF
        NZD 73NZD 32

        Choose Batik Air Malaysia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Batik Air Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Mon, Apr 14, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 32 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL08:00
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        BKI10:40
        Fri, Mar 7|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|Batik Air Malaysia
        NZD 42
        NZD 42

        Choose Batik Air Malaysia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Batik Air Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Fri, Mar 7, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 42 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL08:00
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        BKI10:40
        Wed, Mar 5|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|Batik Air Malaysia
        NZD 42
        NZD 42

        Choose Batik Air Malaysia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Batik Air Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Wed, Mar 5, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 42 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL19:00
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        BKI21:30
        Fri, Apr 18|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|Batik Air Malaysia
        NZD 42
        NZD 42

        Choose Batik Air Malaysia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Batik Air Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Fri, Apr 18, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 42 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL08:00
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        BKI10:40
        Sat, Mar 8|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|Batik Air Malaysia
        NZD 42
        NZD 42

        Choose Batik Air Malaysia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Batik Air Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Sat, Mar 8, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 42 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL08:00
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        BKI10:40
        Sun, Mar 9|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|Batik Air Malaysia
        NZD 42
        NZD 42

        Choose Batik Air Malaysia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Batik Air Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Sun, Mar 9, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 42 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL19:00
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        BKI21:30
        Sat, Apr 12|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|Batik Air Malaysia
        NZD 42
        NZD 42

        Choose Batik Air Malaysia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Batik Air Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Sat, Apr 12, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 42 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL08:00
        2h 40m
        Nonstop
        BKI10:40
        Mon, Mar 10|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|Batik Air Malaysia
        NZD 42
        NZD 42

        Choose Batik Air Malaysia flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. The one-way direct flight with Batik Air Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Mon, Mar 10, arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. One-way Prices start from NZD 42 including taxes and charges.

      • KUL01:00 pm
        3h 5m
        Nonstop
        BKI02:00 pm
        Fri, Feb 28|Kuala Lumpur - Kota Kinabalu|Batik Air Malaysia
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Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flight time & flight schedules

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  1. AK5104

    AirAsia

    07:00

    KUL

    2.6h

    Nonstop

    09:35

    BKI

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  2. AK5134

    AirAsia

    07:10

    KUL

    2.6h

    Nonstop

    09:45

    BKI

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  3. OD1002

    Batik Air Malaysia

    08:00

    KUL

    2.5h

    Nonstop

    10:30

    BKI

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  4. AK5110

    AirAsia

    08:35

    KUL

    2.7h

    Nonstop

    11:15

    BKI

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  5. AK5112

    AirAsia

    10:00

    KUL

    2.6h

    Nonstop

    12:35

    BKI

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  6. AK5116

    AirAsia

    14:50

    KUL

    2.7h

    Nonstop

    17:30

    BKI

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  7. AK5114

    AirAsia

    17:20

    KUL

    2.6h

    Nonstop

    19:55

    BKI

    SMTWTFS
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  8. OD1006

    Batik Air Malaysia

    19:00

    KUL

    2.5h

    Nonstop

    21:30

    BKI

    SMTWTFS
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  9. AK5130

    AirAsia

    19:35

    KUL

    2.7h

    Nonstop

    22:15

    BKI

    SMTWTFS
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  10. AK5120

    AirAsia

    23:40

    KUL

    2.7h

    Nonstop

    02:20

    BKI

    S-T-T-S
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FAQ

  • When are flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around NZD 204.

  • How long does it take to fly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 2 hours 39 minutes to fly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Kota Kinabalu?

    • The distance from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to downtown is about 7 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)?

    Airlines with flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI): IndiGo, AirAsia, Turkish Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Myanmar Airways International and Firefly Airline.

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Flight Information from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Cheapest nonstop flight priceNZD 16
Cheapest round-trip ticket priceNZD 51
Off-season for travelMarch
Peak season for travelNovember
Flight distance1,621.07 km
Average flight time2 hours 39 minutes
Popular airlineAirAsia Berhad (Malaysia)

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