Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) take about 2h 32m. AirAsia, Firefly and Batik Air Malaysia fly it. Lowest fare seen: $65 one-way, nonstop (8 Oct 2026).
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Route snapshot: Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is 1,629 km, about 2h 32m flying nonstop. Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on this route include AirAsia, Firefly, Batik Air Malaysia and Malaysia Airlines. The lowest one-way fare seen recently was $65 with AirAsia (nonstop), departing 22 Mar 2027 — as of 8 Oct 2026.
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Fares seen
The lowest one-way fare seen was $65 with AirAsia (nonstop), departing 22 Mar 2027. Checked 8 Oct 2026 — fares move daily.
Seasonality
Kota Kinabalu demand usually strengthens around March – October, which can push fares higher on this corridor.
Who flies it
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares here include AirAsia, Firefly, Batik Air Malaysia and Malaysia Airlines. More carriers may sell it with a connection.
Airlines flying Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
Carriers on KUL–BKI according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 8 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.
Best time to fly to Kota Kinabalu
Based on weather and travel conditions in Malaysia
The west coast (KL, Penang, Langkawi) is best March–October. East coast destinations (Perhentian, Tioman) peak June–August. Year-round humidity is high but manageable.
Direct & Connecting Flights
Nonstop flights link Kuala Lumpur (KUL) and Kota Kinabalu (BKI), taking about 2h 32m. Connecting itineraries can be cheaper but take longer.
Fares & Price Guide
The lowest one-way fare seen on KUL–BKI was $65 USD (nonstop) as of 8 Oct 2026. Set a fare alert to be told when it drops.
About Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Flights arrive at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI). Best visited during March – October. See the destination guide for hotels, visa requirements and travel tips.
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Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 8 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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