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Flights to Kota Kinabalu

Top Airlines Flying to Kota Kinabalu

View airlines operating flights to Kota Kinabalu. Compare prices and find the airline that meets your travel needs to enjoy a comfortable journey.
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Batik Air Malaysia logo Batik Air Malaysia
Royal Brunei Airlines logo Royal Brunei Airlines
AirBorneo logo AirBorneo
Jeju Air logo Jeju Air
China Eastern Airlines logo China Eastern Airlines
China Southern Airlines logo China Southern Airlines
Scoot logo Scoot
HK Express logo HK Express
Firefly Airline logo Firefly Airline
Philippines AirAsia logo Philippines AirAsia
Jin Air logo Jin Air
Shanghai Airlines logo Shanghai Airlines
Air Busan logo Air Busan
AirAsia Cambodia logo AirAsia Cambodia
Indonesia AirAsia logo Indonesia AirAsia
Cathay Pacific logo Cathay Pacific
Myanmar Airways International logo Myanmar Airways International
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Popular flights to Kota Kinabalu

These are the best offers on flights to Kota Kinabalu you’ll find over the next 60 days, with savings of up to MXN4,752. Don’t miss out!

75%
Kuala Lumpur Kota Kinabalu
Firefly Airline Firefly Airline
One way
Economy
Sun, Aug 2
MXN812
MXN3,290
72%
Seoul Kota Kinabalu
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia)
One way
Economy
Mon, Aug 17
MXN1,666
MXN5,899
-22%
Singapore Kota Kinabalu
Scoot Scoot
One way
Economy
Tue, Jul 21
MXN5,278
MXN4,313
75%
Taipei Kota Kinabalu
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia)
One way
Economy
Fri, Aug 7
MXN1,596
MXN6,348
70%
Tawau Kota Kinabalu
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia)
One way
Economy
Fri, Jul 31
MXN549
MXN1,858
76%
Sandakan Kota Kinabalu
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia)
One way
Economy
Mon, Aug 10
MXN481
MXN1,995
54%
Shanghai Kota Kinabalu
Spring Airlines Spring Airlines
One way
Economy
Mon, Jul 20
MXN2,154
MXN4,708
52%
Kuching Kota Kinabalu
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia)
One way
Economy
Mon, Jul 27
MXN1,399
MXN2,926
-177%
Penang Kota Kinabalu
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia)
One way
Economy
Mon, Jul 20
MXN7,920
MXN2,863

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

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Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

Average monthly one-way flight prices from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, based on bookings made by Trip.com users over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is December, with an average price of MXN234; while the month with the highest flight price is usually June, with an average price of up to MXN516.

MXN516
MXN375
MXN234
MXN93
    Cheapest
  • MXN508
    Jul
  • MXN417
    Aug
  • MXN363
    Sep
  • MXN358
    Oct
  • MXN291
    Nov
  • MXN234
    Dec
  • MXN308
    Jan
  • MXN386
    Feb
  • MXN250
    Mar
  • MXN475
    Apr
  • MXN395
    May
  • MXN516
    Jun

Which month has the cheapest round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

The average price of round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu are found during November, with an average price of MXN931. Conversely, the highest prices are found during July, with an average price of up to MXN2,210.

MXN2,210
MXN1,571
MXN931
MXN292
    Cheapest
  • MXN2,210
    Jul
  • MXN1,276
    Aug
  • MXN1,443
    Sep
  • MXN1,109
    Oct
  • MXN931
    Nov
  • MXN1,049
    Dec
  • MXN1,117
    Jan
  • MXN1,185
    Feb
  • MXN1,272
    Mar
  • MXN1,362
    Apr
  • MXN1,615
    May
  • MXN2,107
    Jun

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

Average weekly flight prices from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu by travel date (Based on Trip.com’s past 12 months of data)

Based on Trip.com’s past 12 months of flight data, the cheapest day to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is Saturday, with average prices lower than on other days. Avoid Friday, as prices are usually highest then.

MXN1,473
MXN1,437
MXN1,401
MXN1,365
    Cheapest
  • MXN1,441
    Mon
  • MXN1,408
    Tue
  • MXN1,417
    Wed
  • MXN1,465
    Thu
  • MXN1,473
    Fri
  • MXN1,401
    Sat
  • MXN1,450
    Sun

Round-trip fights to Kota Kinabalu

Whether it's a quick getaway or a business trip to remember, our 3–7 day round trips are perfect for experiencing Kota Kinabalu affordably.

4 day trip
Tue, Aug 11- Fri, Aug 14
4 day trip
Kuala Lumpur
Kota Kinabalu
MXN1,622
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8 day trip
Mon, Jul 20- Mon, Jul 27
8 day trip
Singapore
Kota Kinabalu
MXN1,989
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6 day trip
Wed, Aug 5- Mon, Aug 10
6 day trip
Manila
Kota Kinabalu
MXN2,149
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4 day trip
Thu, Sep 24- Sun, Sep 27
4 day trip
Ho Chi Minh City
Kota Kinabalu
MXN2,886
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8 day trip
Fri, Aug 28- Fri, Sep 4
8 day trip
Taipei
Kota Kinabalu
MXN3,196
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7 day trip
Thu, Sep 3- Wed, Sep 9
7 day trip
Seoul
Kota Kinabalu
MXN3,649
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Info About Flights to Kota Kinabalu

Cheapest one-way flight priceMXN1,030
Cheapest return ticket priceMXN2,046
Cheapest monthOctober
Peak season for travelJuly
Flight distance1,621.07 km
Average flight time2 hours 39 minutes
Popular airlineMalaysia Airlines

What You Should Know about Flights to Kota Kinabalu

To make the most out of your trip, it's recommended to plan ahead and book your flights to Kota Kinabalu early to potentially save money. The average cost of arrival tickets to Kota Kinabalu is US$105, and there are several airports to choose from, with Kota Kinabalu International Airport being the closest to downtown. When booking your flights, you can choose between a one-way ticket for the lowest price or a round-trip ticket for the best value. The lowest one-way price is US$49, and the lowest round-trip price is US$56. AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) is the most popular airline for this route and offers reliable and comfortable flying experience. If you're traveling to Kota Kinabalu during May, keep in mind that prices tend to increase during this busy season, so be sure to book your flights and accommodations early. Also, don't forget to research the airport you'll be flying into and any other important details before your trip.

FAQs about Flights to Kota Kinabalu

  • What is the average flight ticket price from United States to Kota Kinabalu?

    The average ticket price to Kota Kinabalu is MXN3,486. Please use this price as a reference only.
    • Approx. 2 hours 37 minutes to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu.
    • Approx. 5 hours 24 minutes to fly from Seoul to Kota Kinabalu.
    • Approx. 52 minutes to fly from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu.
    • Approx. 46 minutes to fly from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu.
  • You can book cheaper flights in the following ways:
    • Search for tickets to a city or airport near Kota Kinabalu.
    • Look up different airlines that have flights to Kota Kinabalu.
    • Browse different departure dates from the same month.
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  • Understanding peak and off travel seasons to Kota Kinabalu can help you arrange your travel plans accordingly. The most popular month to visit Kota Kinabalu is July. The average price of flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu in July is MXN3,155.
  • Flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu are the cheapest in October compared to other months, the average price is MXN2,630.
  • Popular airlines with flights to Kota Kinabalu: AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia), Malaysia Airlines, and Batik Air Malaysia.

Note: Prices shown on this page are the estimated lowest prices found in the last 24 hours and include all taxes and fees.

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