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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu:

• Earliest: departs at 6:20 am and lands at 8:49 am
• Latest: departs at 9:05 pm and lands at 11:34 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 29m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu.

A nonstop flight from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu takes 2h 29m, covering 889 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu range from $126 to $239, with an average of $178 over the past 12 months. Anything below $126 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the $178 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $172 round-trip, compared to $210 via a layover through Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $26–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Scoot and AirAsia. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Singapore to Kota Kinabalu flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $135, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:

• keddy by Europcar
• GREEN MOTION
• Europcar
• KK Rent A Car
• Hertz

Flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu usually depart from Singapore Changi (SIN) and arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Singapore to Kota Kinabalu route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 58m.

Connecting flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu most commonly pass through:

• Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 65% of one-stop connections
• Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN) - 35% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $156 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $206, a difference of $50.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Singapore and Kota Kinabalu. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Scoot
• AirAsia

Flying via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 31m, compared with 9h 01m via Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN).

Among airlines operating Singapore to Kota Kinabalu flights:

• Scoot: offers free seat selection
• Singapore Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Scoot: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• AirAsia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Singapore Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Taxis are the only means of transport between the airport and Kota Kinabalu apart from private shuttles. Taxi coupons can be bought at the taxi counter in the arrivals hall and a fixed rate means there is no need to haggle. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre will be RM 30 (≈ S$ 10).

The Koohen Co at Kristal #1 is less than a kilometre from the airport, as well as being close to the beach, and features an airport shuttle for an additional charge. The State Residences The Loft @ Imago Mall also offer airport shuttles and is around 8 km from the airport.