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Cheapest round-trip
$128
Typical prices: $71-$96
AirAsia
Tue 11/24Sat 11/28
BKI - KUL • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$73
Typical prices: $43-$67
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Tue 10/6
BKI - KUL • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with AirAsia, Batik Air and others. Average duration is 2h 34m
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Cheap Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur (BKI-KUL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur

Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 28
AirAsia Logo
6:00 am - 8:30 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 30mnonstop
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5:20 pm - 7:55 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
2h 35mnonstop
$128AirAsia
Tue, Jan 5 - Fri, Jan 8
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9:10 am - 11:40 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 30mnonstop
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7:35 pm - 10:15 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
2h 40mnonstop
$128AirAsia
Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 28
AirAsia Logo
6:00 am - 8:30 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 30mnonstop
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5:20 pm - 7:55 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
2h 35mnonstop
$130AirAsia
Thu, Dec 17 - Sun, Jan 10
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10:00 am - 12:25 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 25mnonstop
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7:00 pm - 9:40 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
2h 40mnonstop
$155Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:20 pm - 1:00 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 40mnonstop
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7:30 am - 10:00 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
2h 30mnonstop
$173Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
Batik Air Logo
8:05 am - 10:35 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 30mnonstop
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7:30 am - 10:00 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
2h 30mnonstop
$180Batik Air
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
Malaysia Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 12:50 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 40mnonstop
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7:00 pm - 9:40 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
2h 40mnonstop
$184Malaysia Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Tue, Dec 22
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10:10 am - 12:50 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 40mnonstop
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6:50 am - 9:30 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
2h 40mnonstop
$186Malaysia Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
Batik Air Logo
4:50 pm - 7:20 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 30mnonstop
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7:30 am - 10:00 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
2h 30mnonstop
$194Batik Air
Wed, Dec 23 - Mon, Dec 28
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10:20 pm - 1:00 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
2h 40mnonstop
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6:50 am - 9:30 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
2h 40mnonstop
$197Firefly
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport departing in November.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport from Kota Kinabalu usually cost between $113 and $183 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $128 on AirAsia (Nov 24-Nov 28).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Kuala Lumpur on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Kota Kinabalu, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Mondays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport is January, where tickets cost $77 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $171 and $167 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 26% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$73
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur flights

  • Are there any lounges in Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    There are two Plaza Premium lounges in Kota Kinabalu Airport, one in the international terminal and one in the domestic terminal. You can pay to access the lounge, regardless of who you’re flying with. Prices start at RM 172 for 2h, and amenities include showers, comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and complimentary food and drink.

  • How do I get from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to the city?

    There are several ways to get from the airport into central Kuala Lumpur. The KLIA Ekspres train to KL Sentral station is the quickest option (30 min). A one-way ticket costs RM 55. A cheaper method is to take the Express Coach, which departs from the main terminal building. Single tickets cost RM 10 and should get you to central Kuala Lumpur in around 1 hr. Alternatively, a taxi takes around 50 min and costs RM 75.

  • How do I transfer between the different terminals of Kuala Lumpur International Airport?

    Depending on your flight, you may arrive at the main terminal (KLIA) or the second terminal (klia2) of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). To transfer between the two terminals, simply take the shuttle bus (10 min). The KLIA stop is outside Door 4 of Level 1, and the klia2 stop is in bay A10 of the Transportation Hub.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport was $73 for a one-way ticket and $128 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Kota Kinabalu and Kuala Lumpur?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur?

    Kota Kinabalu and Kuala Lumpur are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Kota Kinabalu from Kota Kinabalu and will be arriving at Kuala Lumpur Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Kota Kinabalu and Kuala Lumpur.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur?

    There are nonstop flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur, Firefly or Malaysia Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur are Firefly and Malaysia Airlines. With an average price for the route of $85 and an overall rating of 7.8, Firefly is the most popular choice. Malaysia Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $102 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kuala Lumpur from Kota Kinabalu is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Kuala Lumpur with an airline and back to Kota Kinabalu with another airline. Booking your flights between Kota Kinabalu and KUL can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Kuala Lumpur from Kota Kinabalu up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $88 or less one-way and $132 or less round-trip.
  • If you’re waiting for a flight in Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) and your devices are running low on power, just head to a charging station. There is one located on Level 2 of the departure hall, and one on Level 3 of the public concourse.
  • For those travelling with small children, a baby care room can be found on Level 2 of the departure hall of Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
  • Smokers will be pleased to know there is a smoking lounge in Kota Kinabalu International Airport. You can find it on Level 3 of the international departure building (note that some flights on this route may not depart from this building).

Prefer to fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Monday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

Tuesday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Wednesday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

Thursday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

Friday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Saturday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Sunday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

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Direct returns

Kuala Lumpur Intl to Kota Kinabalu

Monday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Tuesday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Wednesday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

Thursday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,Batik Air, +1 more

Friday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Saturday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

Sunday

AirAsia,Batik Air,Firefly, +1 more

AirAsia,Batik Air, +2 more

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