Cheap flights from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | MYR 299 | Batik AirNonstop3 hrThu, Jan 8 — Mon, Jan 12 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is currently MYR 299 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | MYR 150 | Batik AirNonstop3 hrWed, Jan 21 | The cheapest one-way flight from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is currently MYR 150 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | MYR 469 | Batik AirNonstop3 hrSat, Dec 27 — Mon, Dec 29 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is currently MYR 469 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | MYR 1,123 | Batik Air1 stop8 hrThu, Mar 5 — Sun, Mar 8 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is currently MYR 1,123 |
| Fastest flight | 2 hr 30 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu takes 2 hr 30 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is typically April. The most expensive month to fly is typically September.
| April Cheapest | Typical prices: MYR 205–520 |
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| September Most expensive | Typical prices: MYR 425–680 |
Popular airlines from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- AirAsiaNonstopfrom MYR 317Typical price: MYR 315–580102 weekly nonstop flightsKUL - BKIEvery day928 weekly connecting flightsKUL - BKIEvery day
- Malaysia AirlinesNonstopfrom MYR 386Typical price: MYR 510–85073 weekly nonstop flightsKUL - BKIEvery day58 weekly connecting flightsKUL - BKIEvery day
- Batik AirNonstopfrom MYR 299Typical price: MYR 315–64035 weekly nonstop flightsKUL, SZB - BKIEvery day98 weekly connecting flightsKUL, SZB - BKIEvery day
- FireflyNonstopTypical price: MYR 395–95016 weekly nonstop flightsKUL - BKIEvery day6 weekly connecting flightsSZB - BKIEvery Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun
- China Southernfrom MYR 1,984Typical price: MYR 14,500–15,50021 weekly connecting flightsKUL - BKIEvery day
- Shanghai Airlines21 weekly connecting flightsKUL - BKIEvery day
Popular airports near Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur center and popularity with travelers.
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)Federal Territory of Kuala LumpurMalaysia46 min43 km
- Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)Federal Territory of Kuala LumpurMalaysia30 min15 km
- Johor Bahru Senai International Airport (JHB)Johor BahruMalaysia3 hr 34 min275 km
- Sultan Azlan Shah Airport (IPH)IpohMalaysia2 hr 16 min172 km
Popular airports near Kota Kinabalu
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Kota Kinabalu center and popularity with travelers.
- Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)Kota KinabaluMalaysia12 min5 km
- Labuan Airport (LBU)LabuanMalaysia3 hr 47 min118 km
- Lawas Airport (LWY)LawasMalaysia3 hr 17 min146 km
- Miri Airport (MYY)MiriMalaysia6 hr 30 min295 km
Frequently asked questions about flying from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
The cheapest flights from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu are usually in April. Typical ticket prices in April range from MYR 205 to MYR 520.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu recently found on Google Flights was with Batik Air from MYR 299. The cheapest one-way flight was with Batik Air from MYR 150.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest AirAsia flight from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is MYR 317, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 18.
- The cheapest Malaysia Airlines flight from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is MYR 386, flying from Feb 26 to Mar 1.
- The cheapest Batik Air flight from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is MYR 299, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 12.
- The cheapest China Southern flight from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is MYR 1,984, flying from Jan 16 to Jan 19.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu starts at MYR 299 from Thu, Jan 8 to Mon, Jan 12. The cheapest one-way flight starts at MYR 150 and departs on Wed, Jan 21.
2 hr 30 min is the shortest flight time from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu.
Peak travel periods are Dec–Feb & Jun–Sep. The tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with a monsoon season Oct–Mar, though rain is always possible. Many shops and restaurants close during Chinese New Year (dates vary) and Hari Raya Puasa (dates vary). Key events include Sabah Fest (May), with traditional music, dance, food and crafts, and the Tadau Ka'amatan rice-harvest festival (May), with rice wine, rituals and a singing competition.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu.
In terms of nonstop flights, AirAsia is the most popular. AirAsia offers 102 nonstop flights and 928 connecting flights per week. AirAsia flies from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI).
Other popular airlines flying from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu are:
In terms of nonstop flights, AirAsia is the most popular. AirAsia offers 102 nonstop flights and 928 connecting flights per week. AirAsia flies from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI).
Other popular airlines flying from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu are:
- Malaysia Airlines offers 73 nonstop flights and 58 connecting flights per week. Malaysia Airlines flies from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI).
- Batik Air offers 35 nonstop flights and 98 connecting flights per week. Batik Air flies from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI).
- Firefly offers 16 nonstop flights and 6 connecting flights per week. Firefly flies from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB), Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI).
- China Southern offers 21 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI).
- Shanghai Airlines offers 21 connecting flights per week. Shanghai Airlines flies from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu recently found on Google Flights was with Batik Air from MYR 299. The cheapest one-way flight was with Batik Air from MYR 150.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest AirAsia flight from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is MYR 317, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 18.
- The cheapest Malaysia Airlines flight from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is MYR 386, flying from Feb 26 to Mar 1.
- The cheapest Batik Air flight from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is MYR 299, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 12.
- The cheapest China Southern flight from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is MYR 1,984, flying from Jan 16 to Jan 19.
AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air and Firefly fly direct from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu.
- There are 102 AirAsia direct flights from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 73 Malaysia Airlines direct flights from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 35 Batik Air direct flights from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 16 Firefly direct flights from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu at price MYR 469 is offered by Batik Air from Sat, Dec 27 to Mon, Dec 29.
AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air and Firefly fly direct from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu.
- There are 102 AirAsia direct flights from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 73 Malaysia Airlines direct flights from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 35 Batik Air direct flights from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 16 Firefly direct flights from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu start at MYR 299 from Thu, Jan 8 to Mon, Jan 12 with Batik Air.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu start at MYR 1,123 from Thu, Mar 5 to Sun, Mar 8 with Batik Air.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu start at MYR 299 from Thu, Jan 8 to Mon, Jan 12.
To book business class trips from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu starts at MYR 469 from Sat, Dec 27 to Mon, Dec 29 with Batik Air.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu at price MYR 469 is offered by Batik Air from Sat, Dec 27 to Mon, Dec 29.
To find last-minute flight deals from Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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