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Where can I fly from Kota Kinabalu?Prices from BKI, departing Thu 9/4 and returning Thu 9/11

Book Cheap International Flights from Kota Kinabalu

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu 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.
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Recent round-trip international flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to anywhere

Sun, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 29
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7:20 am - 1:25 pmBKI-BKK
7h 05m1 stop
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5:40 am - 1:55 pmBKK-BKI
7h 15m1 stop
$198Malaysia Airlines
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Sun, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 29
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2:10 pm - 11:10 pmBKI-BKK
10h 00m2 stops
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8:05 pm - 2:10 pmBKK-BKI
17h 05m2 stops
$203Malaysia Airlines
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Sun, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 29
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6:50 am - 5:40 pmBKI-BKK
11h 50m2 stops
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8:05 pm - 11:10 amBKK-BKI
14h 05m1 stop
$206Malaysia Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 24
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1:45 am - 9:35 pmBKI-HND
18h 50m2 stops
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10:05 am - 1:20 amHND-BKI
16h 15m2 stops
Tue, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 24
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1:45 am - 1:20 amBKI-HND
22h 35m2 stops
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6:35 am - 4:25 pmHND-BKI
10h 50m1 stop
Wed, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 24
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8:25 pm - 1:00 amBKI-HND
27h 35m2 stops
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6:35 am - 4:25 pmHND-BKI
10h 50m1 stop
Thu, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 25
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9:05 am - 9:10 pmBKI-BVA
42h 05m3 stops
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1:10 pm - 12:40 amBVA-BKI
29h 30m3 stops
Sun, Dec 21 - Sat, Dec 27
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7:05 pm - 7:15 amBKI-LCY
20h 10m2 stops
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10:00 am - 9:10 pmLCY-BKI
27h 10m2 stops
$2,032KLM
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Sun, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 28
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7:05 pm - 8:50 amBKI-LCY
21h 45m2 stops
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10:00 am - 9:10 pmLCY-BKI
27h 10m2 stops
$2,108KLM
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Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 8
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7:05 pm - 8:10 amBKI-LCY
20h 05m2 stops
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5:10 pm - 10:55 pmLCY-BKI
22h 45m2 stops
$2,364KLM
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Book Cheap Domestic Flights from Kota Kinabalu

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu 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.
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Recent round-trip domestic flight deals from Kota Kinabalu

Wed, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 14
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6:00 am - 7:10 amBKI-SBW
1h 10mnonstop
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7:35 am - 8:50 amSBW-BKI
1h 15mnonstop
$33AirAsia
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Wed, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 10
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6:25 am - 7:10 amBKI-SDK
0h 45mnonstop
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5:30 pm - 6:20 pmSDK-BKI
0h 50mnonstop
$36AirAsia
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Sun, Aug 24 - Sun, Aug 31
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6:25 am - 7:15 amBKI-TWU
0h 50mnonstop
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10:20 am - 11:10 amTWU-BKI
0h 50mnonstop
$37AirAsia
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Mon, Sep 29 - Mon, Sep 29
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6:25 am - 7:10 amBKI-SDK
0h 45mnonstop
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5:30 pm - 6:20 pmSDK-BKI
0h 50mnonstop
$37AirAsia
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Fri, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 24
Malaysia Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 11:30 pmBKI-KUL
2h 40mnonstop
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6:50 am - 9:30 amKUL-BKI
2h 40mnonstop
$60Malaysia Airlines
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Fri, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 23
Malaysia Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 12:50 pmBKI-KUL
2h 40mnonstop
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6:50 am - 9:30 amKUL-BKI
2h 40mnonstop
$61Malaysia Airlines
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Thu, Sep 25 - Sat, Sep 27
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7:50 am - 9:10 amBKI-KCH
1h 20mnonstop
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5:30 pm - 7:00 pmKCH-BKI
1h 30mnonstop
Tue, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 4
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9:00 pm - 8:10 amBKI-KBR
11h 10m1 stop
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8:35 pm - 11:10 pmKBR-BKI
2h 35mnonstop
Fri, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 27
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3:05 pm - 5:40 pmBKI-SZB
2h 35mnonstop
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8:00 am - 10:35 amSZB-BKI
2h 35mnonstop
$104Batik Air
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Thu, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 28
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3:05 pm - 5:40 pmBKI-SZB
2h 35mnonstop
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8:00 am - 10:35 amSZB-BKI
2h 35mnonstop
$116Batik Air
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights from Kota Kinabalu

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

Which are the most popular places to fly to from Kota Kinabalu?

The domestic destinations KAYAK users have most searched for when searching for flights from Kota Kinabalu.
Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular place to fly from Kota Kinabalu is Kuala Lumpur (71% of total searches). The next most popular destinations are Kuching (25%) and Tawau (4%).

What are the most popular international flights out of Kota Kinabalu?

The international destinations KAYAK users have most searched for when searching for flights from Kota Kinabalu.
There are many international destinations you can fly to from Kota Kinabalu. The most popular international destinations among KAYAK users are Los Angeles, Seattle and Washington, D.C..

What are the most popular countries to fly to from Kota Kinabalu?

The most popular countries KAYAK users have searched for from Kota Kinabalu along with the average round-trip price for the route clicked by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks.
Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular country to fly to from Kota Kinabalu is China (47% of total searches). The next most popular destinations are Singapore (19%) and South Korea (10%).

Which cities can I fly to direct from Kota Kinabalu?

There are loads of places you can fly direct to from Kota Kinabalu. The most popular destinations for direct flights among KAYAK users are Tawau, Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, Penang and Kuala Lumpur. On average, the cheapest of these destinations on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks for a return flight was Sandakan at $19, while the most expensive was Kuala Lumpur, at $74.

Which international cities can I fly to direct from Kota Kinabalu?

There are many international destinations you can fly to non-stop from Kota Kinabalu. The most popular international destinations from KAYAK users are Guangzhou, Seoul and Hong Kong. On average, the cheapest of these destinations on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks for a return flight was Seoul at $133, while the most expensive was Guangzhou, at $211.

What is the longest direct flight from Kota Kinabalu?

The longest direct flight you can take from Kota Kinabalu is to Tokyo, with a duration of 5h 30m. The next longest is Beijing at 5h 15m, followed by a flight to Busan at 5h 15m.

Good to know

Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$46
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 21% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
Flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur

FAQs for booking flights out of Kota Kinabalu

  • What is Kota Kinabalu also known as?

    Kota Kinabalu Airport’s airport code is BKI. It can also be referred to as Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu Intl.

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

    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.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight 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?

    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 your destination with an airline and back to Kota Kinabalu with another airline.

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

    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 from Kota Kinabalu up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding a cheap flight out of Kota Kinabalu

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from Kota Kinabalu to the following destinations at these prices or less: Guangzhou $181 one-way - $328 round-trip; Kuala Lumpur $63 one-way - $111 round-trip

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Kota Kinabalu to Worldwide

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Kota Kinabalu to Worldwide? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
FireflyOverall score based on 31 reviews
7.6Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.2Crew
7.2Food
6.3Entertainment
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They used the ATR 72-500 for the route and I love it.

10.0 ExcellentAndrew, Oct 2024JHB - SZB
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They used the ATR 72-500 for the route and I love it.

Delayed 7 hours plus. Given $15 worth of meal at Subway but it was actually we can only choose 1 set meal instead of $15 of anything. The staff at subway weren’t happy to serve huge group of us. No detailed explanation given by the airline and we just have to keep looking for information at the departure tv screen.

Was all very easy, from buying the ticket online to walking stratup to the check-in desk, helpful and friendly checkin staff, punctual take off, good standard of aircraft, luggage was waiting by the time I had cleared immigration. Thumbs up all round.

No frills, basic flight in a puddle jumper. I wasn’t expecting refreshments nor entertainment. Everything was efficient, and everyone was pleasant.

The only problem was that I bought ticket on a third party app but I have to pay extra luggage cost, because of in their system different from my bought ticket. Every other was perfect

I don’t like the sour face of the check in staff at Penang international airport, front desk service provider should be more friendly n smiles always 😊

It was delayed for more than 1 hour due to LIMA when many planes landed & took-off at the same time. It could ve been better if the pilot or crew informed us every few minutes so that we know what’s going on.

Wow very impressed by the quality and attentiveness of service of China Southern. Lived the blankets! Will definitely fly with them again. Despite language barriers, a few attendants know enough English to understand our rudimentary Mandarin and respond to basic questions. Although they don’t explain the beverage and meal service on the website or ticketing documents, they offered regular beverage cart and snacks during the beginning hours and end hours of the long, transoceanic flight. A full meal at the beginning and end of the flight as well, and a midflight small sandwich (dinner roll sized) but we weren’t hungry and didn’t try that one. The expectation is that every sleeps during the middle of the flight. We were on a “redeye” departure from LAX with a morning arrival in China, so I don’t know if this service pattern is the same for other flights. The domestic flight we took from Guangzhou to Harbin offered conventional refreshments and meals like a US flight service. Note that they didn’t offer diet sodas. If you like to stay hydrated, I recommend bringing plenty of your own. It is served in small cups like any other drink. You can ask for a bottle but they’re tiny - about 6 ounces.

China Southern was not the problem. I booked my flight through Kayak and also received a booking reference and alert details regarding departure time and gate numbers… however Kayak NEVER actually booked my flight! We were stranded at the airport without a flight for a long awaited holiday!

The connection between LA and Atlanta was too much stress

Terrible boarding experience,,food is very poor that I I . Never going book this airline again.

The crew were kind, patient and responsive. The service was excellent, even though we travelled the cheapest economy class. We arrived at our destination 40 min early, which for a 15+ hour flight is a great bonus. The boarding seemed a bit "loose", but got us boarded on time, and the plane was off exactly @ 0:30 hrs.

The airport didn‘t give me the ticket. I called customer service to ask for a refund but they kept giving me a perfunctory response and refused to refund me.

The flight was delayed hours and most flights from CS are always delayed. Plane was efficient and got us home but not the best food and no entertainment system at all.

Not good - chair back could not move back for premium economy. Not worth the price

The back of the chair - premium economy could not move back - not worth the price

It was okay. Boarding the staff made you feel rushed like we were late or something

OK seats comfortable, easy boarding/embarking, excellent connection to domestic Malaysia flight with baggage checked through without customs. Catering especially drinks borderline ok luckily less important aspect

Comfortable seats in economy, managed a few hours sleep in an o night flight but the food was terrible. Surprising as Malaysia airlines has been good in the past. Service was mediocre this time too.

Vast improvement needed in customer service. I couldn’t get the drink of my choice during both meals (i.e. sparking water and Diet Coke). I had used plastic cups falling onto me from the tray. No eye contact when they thank you on the way out signalling an insincere thank you.

Jia yung was the flight attendant that made this a miserable flight.

The flight isn’t great, as the plane has faulty with light and noise. It blinks and make noise for 8hrs non stop! Causing health and sensory issues! Causing Hazard matter to all 3 babies that on bassinet seats. This matters affected 12 passengers and the most horrible flight I ever experience. Have been flying with MAS for more 30yrs and this is the worst! Very disappointed

AC not working, just slowly blowing room temperature air. Long taxi time does not help as well. Sweating all over the whole trip.

Did not take as cancelled 3 time so took another airline

It was a 2-hour flight so they didn't have much time for serving food. There was some turbulence so they could not serve hot coffee or tea for the safety reason. Good service, good tasting food, nice plane, a little bit of delay.

The IFE is quite unconvenient if using our own device. Not all passenger brought their own earphone/headphone.

Ok, but legspace on MH0127 from Kul to Per was too small. It was not possible to tilt my seat which I don't understand because the seat in front of my could do it. So I didn't rest on the flight. Also, the crew was probably understaffed because it took very long time to take trash after the meal. Everything very different from the flight with Malaysian Airlines from London to KL.

Fast Pass but delay at Check-In Counter. Limited Counter when there are alot of ppls Check-In

We were told that flight was delayed by 20 mins, but it left close to an hour late. But they did make it up and arrived early; it's just very difficult to keep waiting when it's a late flight. Food was mediocre.

The flight has been delayed for nearly an hour, yet neither the captain nor the chief steward made an effort to explain the reason for the delay or offer any apologies to the passengers.

We recently flew with AirAsia and encountered several issues. Our flight was delayed by over an hour, and both boarding and takeoff were postponed without any prior notification. Although we eventually realized there was a delay on our own, the crew did inform us afterward. To make up for lost time, the pilot took off at high speed, resulting in some turbulent moments that were quite scary. Despite these challenges, the cabin crew did an excellent job managing the situation and easing the inconvenience. Overall, while the delays and turbulence made for a stressful experience, I appreciated the crew’s efforts to keep us as comfortable as possible.

I had a wonderful experience with this company. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Our pilot was skilled and clearly experienced. The value for the price was excellent. I would definitely recommend them.

Very quick turn around, plane was in good condition, alles paletti.

My flight boarding was interrupted as gate staff said I needed visa in advance for Vietnam....

Instead of landing we had to go around and landed in Kuala Lumpur International Airport instead of Subang. Then we had to restart and arrived over 2.5 hrs late

As usual, poor communication on delays. No info, no updates, no apologies.

Boarding was nuts. Gate change. Delayed. No communication from gate staff. They seemed lost. Rest of the flight went well

Batik Air is racing to the bottom of the list with its consistent flight delays. Especially out of Malaysia. Shocking that they keep getting away with it without any form of punishment from the authorities. Also very inconsistent rules on cabin luggage.

Need to improve the availability of the food. Seems like everything sold out

Did not like that we were not informed about the 4 hour delay, crew not friendly, noone at terminals to consult with...all employees for Batrik were behind glass aftervgoing through security at the gate again. Why no agent at Gate H 10 to answer questions? And no apology. Updates would have eased anxiety. Boarding is disorderly also.

During this flight all the crew just focused on making money by selling food and drinks. There was only one washroom open. And it really smelled bad and wasn’t usable. Even to watch something onboard entertainment u have to rent headphones pathetic airline but only one with direct flight so pretty much the only option from Karachi to KL

Delayed for 3 hours, need to pay extra for drinking water.

The OD2204 KUL-LGK was delayed 40 minutes due to air-condition malfuntion, after inspection the technician give green light for the flight to go as usual but the air-condition is still not working properly, passengers complaining to the stewardess but they cannot do anything, I did tweet to @malindoair to complaint but no reply from them … hope this Batik Air is not having problem like Rayani Air and I do hope the management do respond to my complaint as well

Nasi lemak was horrible. Plain white rice, tasteless sambal, no cucumber, no kacang, no ikan bilis. And the chicken was colourless and tasteless, tasted like boiled chicken. Entertainment system didn't work at all.

2 delayed flights - hotel layover in a different country- lost baggage.

Silly to not even offer people water for free when they are paying so much for tickets.

You get what you pay for. It’s functional and gets you from point A to B in good comfort. However, food options are limited and cash only, Crew is a hit and miss .. they get your attention if you reach out.

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