2018-06-13 Balikpapan Islamic Center, Balikpapan — flights from Kuala Lumpur to Balikpapan
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Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Balikpapan

Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Balikpapan (BPN) take about 2h 41m (1,746 km). AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $88 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Kuala Lumpur to Balikpapan

Carriers on KUL–BPN according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ AirAsianonstop fare seen✈ Malaysia Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Kuala Lumpur to Balikpapan fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Jan 2027, from $88 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$10930 Oct 2026 · AirAsia$94 · 1 stop30 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$1798 Nov 2026 · AirAsia$108 · 1 stop8 Nov 2026
Jan 2027$8817 Jan 2027 · AirAsia—
Feb 2027$931 Feb 2027 · AirAsia—
Mar 2027$19520 Mar 2027 · Malaysia Airlines$186 · 1 stop20 Mar 2027
Aug 2027—$215 · 1 stop10 Aug 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $94 for October 2026, $88 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 3 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Kuala Lumpur to Balikpapan, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

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Frequently asked questions — Kuala Lumpur to Balikpapan flights

How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Balikpapan?
A nonstop flight from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Balikpapan (BPN) takes about 2h 41m, covering 1,746 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Kuala Lumpur from Balikpapan by air?
The great-circle distance between Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport is 1,746 km (1,085 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Kuala Lumpur to Balikpapan?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the KUL–BPN route include AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Balikpapan cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on KUL–BPN was $88 USD with AirAsia (nonstop), departing 17 Jan 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Balikpapan?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in January 2027 were cheapest, from $88 one-way, against $215 for August 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Malaysia to Balikpapan?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Balikpapan visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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