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Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu from £414

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — BKI
25 May — 1 Jun1
1 adult
Sat 25/5
Sat 1/6

Flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2024

Find the latest flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 835,519 searches and data was last updated on 20 May 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£748

Return from

£612

One-way from

£414
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in May 2024
From London to Kota Kinabalu
One-way flight from London to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Kota Kinabalu in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 835,519 searches and data was last updated on 20 May 2024.
Check out some of the flights available from low prices to Kota Kinabalu in May and June 2024. Deals update frequently so be sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for.
Mon 17/611:35LGW - BKI
1 stop29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/601:30BKI - LGW
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5£575
Tue 18/621:20LHR - BKI
1 stop20h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 24/601:30BKI - LHR
1 stop24h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/5£612
Tue 18/622:10LHR - BKI
1 stop37h 10mChina Southern
Tue 25/619:20BKI - LHR
1 stop30h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5£622
Tue 18/622:10LHR - BKI
1 stop37h 10mChina Southern
Tue 25/619:20BKI - LHR
2 stops30h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5£638
Sat 8/611:35LGW - BKI
1 stop29h 55mChina Eastern
Fri 14/601:30BKI - LGW
1 stop36h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/5£669
Mon 17/621:20LHR - BKI
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/601:30BKI - LHR
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5£671
Mon 17/611:35LGW - BKI
1 stop29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/620:35BKI - LGW
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5£673
Mon 17/612:35LGW - BKI
2 stops21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/620:35BKI - LGW
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5£678
Mon 17/622:10LHR - BKI
1 stop37h 10mChina Southern
Sat 29/619:20BKI - LHR
1 stop30h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5£683

Kota Kinabalu 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Kota Kinabalu in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 835,519 searches and data were last updated on 20 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 18/621:20LHR - BKI
1 stop20h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 24/601:30BKI - LHR
1 stop24h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/5£612
Tue 18/622:10LHR - BKI
1 stop37h 10mChina Southern
Tue 25/619:20BKI - LHR
1 stop30h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5£622
Tue 18/622:10LHR - BKI
1 stop37h 10mChina Southern
Tue 25/619:20BKI - LHR
2 stops30h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5£638
Mon 17/622:10LHR - BKI
1 stop37h 10mChina Southern
Sat 29/619:20BKI - LHR
1 stop30h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5£683
Tue 18/618:10LGW - BKI
1 stop23h 20mChina Eastern
Mon 24/601:30BKI - LGW
1 stop20h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/5£690
Mon 17/620:55LHR - BKI
2 stops38h 25mChina Southern
Sat 29/619:20BKI - LHR
1 stop30h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5£705
Tue 18/616:40LHR - BKI
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/622:40BKI - LHR
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5£716
Tue 3/911:00LHR - BKI
1 stop17h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 30/921:45BKI - LHR
1 stop25h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 19/5£726
Tue 25/611:50LGW - BKI
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/809:05BKI - LGW
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5£742

Flights to Kota Kinabalu departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Kota Kinabalu, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 835,519 searches and data was last updated on 20 May 2024.
If you're looking for a last-minute flight to Kota Kinabalu, consider booking one of these fares. Make sure the flight you book matches the day, time, and destination you're looking for.
Sun 26/522:10LHR - BKI
1 stop37h 10mChina Southern
Sun 2/619:20BKI - LHR
2 stops30h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5£771
Sun 26/522:10LHR - BKI
1 stop37h 10mChina Southern
Sun 2/619:20BKI - LHR
1 stop30h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5£794
Sun 26/510:10LHR - BKI
3 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/620:10BKI - LHR
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5£813
Sun 26/515:35LHR - BKI
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/620:10BKI - LHR
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5£862
Sun 26/521:20LHR - BKI
1 stop20h 10mChina Eastern
Sat 1/601:30BKI - LHR
1 stop24h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/5£870
Sun 26/507:45LHR - BKI
3 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/609:20BKI - LHR
3 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5£916
Sat 25/511:00LHR - BKI
1 stop17h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 5/610:10BKI - LHR
1 stop26h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 19/5£927
Sat 25/518:45LHR - BKI
2 stops42h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/621:30BKI - LHR
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5£930
Fri 24/522:10LHR - BKI
1 stop37h 10mChina Southern
Wed 5/619:20BKI - LHR
2 stops30h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5£954

One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu

Explore one-way flight options to Kota Kinabalu for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 835,519 searches and data was last updated on 20 May 2024.
These are some of the best available deals on flights to Kota Kinabalu. Book a round-trip flight to Kota Kinabalu instead by using the search form above.
Wed 21/807:30LHR - BKI
3 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5£414
Mon 16/915:00LGW - BKI
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5£446
Mon 16/918:00LGW - BKI
1 stop23h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/5£453
Wed 21/820:50LHR - BKI
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5£464
Wed 21/811:00LHR - BKI
1 stop20h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 19/5£483
Wed 21/817:15LGW - BKI
2 stops22h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 19/5£601
Wed 21/821:10STN - BKI
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5£608
Wed 21/811:35LGW - BKI
1 stop29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5£734
Wed 21/817:50LCY - BKI
2 stops20h 10mKLM
Deal found 19/5£927

Find flights to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Locate flights to Kota Kinabalu that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 835,519 searches and data was last updated on 20 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Budget

£612 - £1,226

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Price

London HeathrowKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Tue 18/6

1 stop20h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 24/6

1 stop24h 10m

£612

London HeathrowKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Tue 18/6

1 stop37h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 25/6

1 stop30h 50m

£622

London HeathrowKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Mon 17/6

1 stop20h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 23/6

1 stop24h 10m

£671

London HeathrowKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Sun 1/9

1 stop20h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 31/10

1 stop18h 05m

£725

London HeathrowKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Fri 18/10

2 stops18h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 1/11

2 stops42h 05m

£771

London GatwickKota Kinabalu

LGW - BKI

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Tue 18/6

2 stops34h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 25/6

2 stops29h 30m

£808

London GatwickKota Kinabalu

LGW - BKI

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Fri 18/10

1 stop17h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 1/11

1 stop23h 20m

£981

London HeathrowKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Fri 28/6

2 stops29h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 9/8

2 stops26h 30m

£992

London CityKota Kinabalu

LCY - BKI

LCYBKI

London City

Mon 26/8

2 stops20h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 8/9

2 stops20h 45m

£1,226

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 19/5

Average price of flights to Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Kota Kinabalu is currently £570 while a return flight costs £823. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Kota Kinabalu (average of £850). Flying to Kota Kinabalu in July will prove the most costly (average of £1,105). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

£775

February

£727

March

£760

April

£724

May

£748

June

£797

July

£870

August

£857

September

£789

October

£786

November

£833

December

£669

Temperature and rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BKI

Temperature

26 - 27 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kota Kinabalu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
The price you pay for your flight to Kota Kinabalu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 19 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Kota Kinabalu should consider flying on Wednesday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Kota Kinabalu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kota Kinabalu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kota Kinabalu. Reviews last updated 20 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly to Kota Kinabalu, see what other customers have to say about China Eastern, China Southern and Malaysia Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews
8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

7.9
Good
1,558 reviews
8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

7.7
Good
4,376 reviews
8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

7.5
Good
384 reviews
8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

7.4
Good
3,714 reviews
8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

The capital of the Malaysian state of Sabah, Kota Kinabalu enjoys a prime location on the shore of the South China Sea and is an inspired choice for exciting holiday and breaks. KK, as it’s also known, is surrounded by tropical rainforest and enjoys some of the most spectacular sunrises and sunsets in the world.  The city is on the beautiful island of Borneo, and Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park is a major attraction, while the Koto Kinabalu National Park is also within easy reach.  Fish to your heart’s content in one of the world’s top fishing spots, or explore the history and culture of the region.  With spectacular beaches, Mount Kinabalu, historic sites and national parks within easy reach, you can easily tailor your holiday to your personal preferences.

Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park is about 20 to 30 minutes from the city by boat, and divers from all over the world come to explore popular dive sites like the Gaya wreck. The islands and beaches throughout the national park are breathtaking, and offer a wide range of snorkelling and diving opportunities.

Learn more about the history of the city by visiting some of the local museums such as the Sabah State Museum, or take in local art at the Sabah Art Gallery or Borneo Art Gallery. Local sights such as the Atkinson Clock Tower which was built in 1902 when the city was still part of the British Commonwealth, or take a walk up to the Signal Hill Observatory for superb views. 

Be sure to see the fabulous city mosque and the Sabah state mosque, as well as the amazing Che Sui Khor Pagoda.  Each is an impressive structure and a stark contrast to the modern buildings in the downtown area.

No visit to the city would be complete without trying some of the many local foods and there are dozens of food stalls or kedai kopi (coffee shops) offering everything from Malay and Chinese to Javanese food.

Getting around Kota Kinabalu

There are minibus and van services which locals use to get around the town, and these are a budget-friendly option for travellers. Taxis are plentiful, but unlike the airport service, you will need to haggle to agree the fare you want to pay. The city is small and getting around on foot is relatively simple if you’re aware of traffic.

  • When is the best time to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

    Lying between the coast and Mount Kinabalu means that rain showers are an almost daily occurrence in the city. However, they are normally short and refreshing.  Temperatures are an average of 28C (82.4F) all year round, and the hottest months are April and May. January is the coolest month and also one of the best times to plan a visit to catch the Chinese New Year celebrations. Thanks to stable weather conditions, any time of year is perfect for a holiday in the city, though it is drier in February and March. Because weather is reasonably stable and the difference between wet and dry season is not marked, flights to the city don’t fluctuate in price much over the course of the year.  School holidays and the Chinese New Year combined with the dry season make the months of January to April slightly more expensive, while the ‘wet season’ from September to the beginning of January tends to be slightly cheaper.

  • What does BKI mean?

    This is defined as Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI). Codes like BKI are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu?

    Booking a flight to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is your only option if you intend on flying to Kota Kinabalu. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Kota Kinabalu to Kota Kinabalu’s city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kota Kinabalu if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kota Kinabalu on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Southern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kota Kinabalu.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kota Kinabalu?

    Kota Kinabalu Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kota Kinabalu. One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu Airport typically cost £11, while return flights cost around £27.

  • How much is a return flight to Kota Kinabalu?

    A return flight to Kota Kinabalu will typically cost around £45, however they can be found for as little as £35.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kota Kinabalu depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kota Kinabalu, London offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Kota Kinabalu Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kota Kinabalu Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    Yes. Kota Kinabalu Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Survivor Lodge Pulau Tiga is the closest property to Kota Kinabalu Airport (0.0 mi away from Kota Kinabalu Airport).

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