$35 Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

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Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu (KUL-BKI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $35 for one-way flights and $69 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Firefly
Sat, Jul 19 - Thu, Jul 24
SZB
Subang
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$69 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$69
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Firefly flight, departing Sat, Jul 19 from Subang to Kota Kinabalu, returning Thu, Jul 24, priced at $69 found 2 days ago
Firefly
Fri, Jun 20 - Wed, Jun 25
SZB
Subang
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$70 Roundtrip, just found
$70
Roundtrip
just found
Select Firefly flight, departing Fri, Jun 20 from Subang to Kota Kinabalu, returning Wed, Jun 25, priced at $70 just found
Firefly
Sun, May 25 - Tue, May 27
SZB
Subang
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$84 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$84
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Firefly flight, departing Sun, May 25 from Subang to Kota Kinabalu, returning Tue, May 27, priced at $84 found 3 days ago
Firefly
Sat, Jul 19 - Thu, Jul 24
SZB
Subang
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$86 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$86
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Firefly flight, departing Sat, Jul 19 from Subang to Kota Kinabalu, returning Thu, Jul 24, priced at $86 found 2 days ago
Batik air
Tue, Jul 15 - Sat, Jul 19
SZB
Subang
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$86 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$86
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Tue, Jul 15 from Subang to Kota Kinabalu, returning Sat, Jul 19, priced at $86 found 5 hours ago
Batik air
Sat, Jul 19 - Thu, Jul 24
SZB
Subang
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$90 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$90
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Sat, Jul 19 from Subang to Kota Kinabalu, returning Thu, Jul 24, priced at $90 found 2 days ago
Firefly
Sat, Aug 9 - Wed, Aug 13
SZB
Subang
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$100 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$100
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Firefly flight, departing Sat, Aug 9 from Subang to Kota Kinabalu, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $100 found 6 days ago
Batik air
Sat, Aug 9 - Tue, Aug 12
SZB
Subang
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$100 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$100
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Sat, Aug 9 from Subang to Kota Kinabalu, returning Tue, Aug 12, priced at $100 found 4 days ago
Batik air
Wed, Aug 13 - Wed, Aug 20
SZB
Subang
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$102 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$102
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Subang to Kota Kinabalu, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $102 found 4 hours ago
Malaysia Airlines
Sat, Jul 19 - Thu, Jul 24
SZB
Subang
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
$110 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$110
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jul 19 from Subang to Kota Kinabalu, returning Thu, Jul 24, priced at $110 found 2 days ago

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) cost?
You can book cheap return flights starting at $118 from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Malaysia Airlines and Malindo Air flight leaving KUL on May 14 2025 and touching down at BKI. The price was last updated on April 25 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from KUL to BKI?
The cheapest flights from KUL to BKI are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
Skip the layovers and fly nonstop to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) with 4 airlines, including:

  • AirAsia
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • Malindo Air

What is the cheapest airline that flies from KUL to BKI?
At the moment, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from KUL to BKI is Malindo Air. You can jet off on this route from $56. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from KUL on May 5 2025. Prices were last updated on April 25 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
When flying out of Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL), you’ll have your pick from an average of 27 daily nonstop flights to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
More passengers fly between KUL and BKI at 6 PM than at any other time of day. Looking for a quieter experience? Travel outside of rush hours and there’s a chance you’ll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from KUL to BKI?
If you jet off on a Monday, you’ll get the widest range of choices for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI).
What is the earliest flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
Take the earliest flight at around 12:30AM UTC+8, leaving from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL). You’ll be in the air for approximately 2h 40m, reaching Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) at approximately 3:10AM UTC+8.
How long does it take to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
Flights from KUL to BKI have an average travel time of 2 hours and 38 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 1,000 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
To touch down at Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) on schedule, choose a flight that leaves Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL)?
If you’re taking a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a flight from KUL to BKI often results in higher prices. While you may come across some last-minute offers, they aren’t always guaranteed. Be flexible with your travel plans to boost your chances of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a KUL to BKI flight and hotel package?
You’ll generally save money by securing a KUL to BKI flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s easy to manage it all in one place. After choosing your ideal accommodations and flights, you can add extras like car rentals, tours and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
In most instances, you can cancel or modify your KUL to BKI flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline’s fees and policies on flight changes, or if you need further information, head to our Customer Service portal.
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