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Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu

BOS — BKI
5 12月 — 12 12月1
1 adult
週二 5/12
週二 12/12

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Flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2023

Find the latest flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2023, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 890,922 searches and data was last updated on 1 12月 2023.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£825

Return from

£520

One-way from

£378
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for return flights in November 2023
From London to Kota Kinabalu
One-way flight from London to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

When is the best time to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

Learn the optimal time to secure your flight to Kota Kinabalu, maximising your chances of finding the best prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 890,922 searches and data was last updated on 1 12月 2023.

LON - BKI

Price

£728 - £1,386

BKI

Temperature

26 - 27 °C

BKI

Rainfall

60 - 351 mm

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Kota Kinabalu (average of £925). Flying to Kota Kinabalu in August will prove the most costly (average of £1,278). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

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 1 12月 2023.
To help decide which airline to fly to Kota Kinabalu, see what other customers have to say about China Eastern, Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

8.5
Very Good
4 reviews
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

8.4
Very Good
15 reviews
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

8.1
Very Good
341 reviews
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

7.9
Good
1,316 reviews
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

7.4
Good
198 reviews
8.5
Very Good
4 reviews

Food

9.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.5

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experience

Cons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

Discover the most budget-friendly month to fly to Kota Kinabalu. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 890,922 searches and data was last updated on 1 12月 2023.

January

£785

February

£786

March

£815

April

£728

May

£747

June

£759

July

£943

August

£1,006

September

£755

October

£797

November

£775

December

£860

April is currently the cheapest month to fly to Kota Kinabalu. At this moment in time August is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

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

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 38 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Which day is cheapest to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

Wednesday is currently, on average, the cheapest day to fly to Kota Kinabalu. Flying on Sunday will result in higher flight prices.

What time of day is cheapest to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

To get the best value, try booking a flight in the afternoon when visiting Kota Kinabalu. Generally the prices will increase for flights at midday as these tend to have higher demand.

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.

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