Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

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Flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Kota Kinabalu.£22 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Sep.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From £22, select.

Kota Kinabalu.£22 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Jul.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From £22, select.

Kota Kinabalu.£22 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From £22, select.

Kota Kinabalu.£22 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From £22, select.

Kota Kinabalu.£23 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From £23, select.

Kota Kinabalu.£23 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From £23, select.

Kota Kinabalu.£26 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From £26, select.

Kota Kinabalu.£26 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Jan.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Malaysia Airlines departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From £26, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu flights are currently cheapest in July.

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Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

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Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£22
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	2 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airline	AirAsia
Average flights per week	1,272

Finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

The best price we found for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is £44. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

2 hours and 42 minutes is the average flight time from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu.

Which airlines fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

AirAsia, Turkish Airlines and Firefly fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu.

How many flights are there a week from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

As of May 2025, there are 1,272 flights per week flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is usually May 2025.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Sunday, 28 September 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 42 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Kota Kinabalu?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kota Kinabalu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Kota Kinabalu?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kota Kinabalu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

How to find cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur

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