£310+ Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu

— BKI
11 Dec — 18 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Kota Kinabalu

Mon 23/1117:00 -
1 stop23h 30m
Fri 19/301:30 -
1 stop20h 30m
Deal found 7/11£427
Mon 23/1110:30 -
1 stop30h 00m
Fri 19/301:30 -
1 stop37h 00m
Deal found 7/11£440
Mon 23/1110:30 -
1 stop30h 00m
Tue 1/1201:30 -
1 stop20h 30m
Deal found 7/11£457
Mon 23/1121:00 -
1 stop19h 30m
Fri 19/301:30 -
1 stop24h 00m
Deal found 7/11£469
Mon 23/1121:00 -
1 stop19h 30m
Tue 1/1201:30 -
1 stop24h 00m
Deal found 7/11£486
Sun 6/1217:00 -
1 stop23h 30m
Sat 19/1201:30 -
1 stop20h 30m
Deal found 8/11£545
Mon 23/1117:00 -
1 stop23h 30m
Wed 2/1214:40 -
2 stops47h 50m
Deal found 7/11£570
Sun 6/1222:00 -
1 stop18h 30m
Sun 20/1219:05 -
1 stop31h 30m
Deal found 8/11£601
Wed 2/1210:30 -
2 stops30h 05m
Sat 5/1213:00 -
2 stops24h 40m
Deal found 10/11£610
Mon 7/1210:30 -
1 stop30h 00m
Sun 13/1201:30 -
1 stop37h 00m
Deal found 7/11£621
Mon 23/1122:00 -
1 stop36h 00m
Wed 2/1219:05 -
2 stops30h 50m
Deal found 7/11£634
Mon 7/1207:30 -
2 stops33h 00m
Mon 14/1219:05 -
2 stops31h 40m
Deal found 7/11£655

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Return from

£427

One-way from

£301

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£557
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 23/11-19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 00m total
  • London to Kota Kinabalu
15/4-31/12
  • 15/4-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 40m total
  • London to Kota Kinabalu
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price.
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£29 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in November 2026

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LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR London Heathrow - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Sun 21/2

21:00-00:30

1 stop19h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£361

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW London Gatwick - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Sat 12/12

19:40-00:35

3 stops44h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£395

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR London Heathrow - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Sat 12/12

20:50-08:50

3 stops52h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£440

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW London Gatwick - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Sat 20/2

09:50-00:30

1 stop30h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 16/3

19:05-06:40

1 stop19h 35m

£501

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR London Heathrow - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Thu 18/3

22:00-06:20

1 stop24h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£513

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR London Heathrow - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Sun 21/2

19:20-22:15

2 stops42h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£548

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW London Gatwick - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Thu 4/3

09:50-18:00

1 stop24h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 1/4

19:20-06:30

1 stop18h 10m

£598

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW London Gatwick - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Wed 2/12

10:30-00:35

2 stops30h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 5/12

13:00-05:40

2 stops24h 40m

£610

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW London Gatwick - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Thu 4/3

14:10-11:10

3 stops37h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 2/4

10:10-06:40

2 stops27h 30m

£642

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR London Heathrow - BKI Kota Kinabalu

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Thu 15/4

21:00-05:40

1 stop25h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 29/4

10:10-06:30

2 stops27h 20m

£701

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Kota Kinabalu

How long is the flight to Kota Kinabalu?

On average, a flight from London to Kota Kinabalu takes 21 hours 43 minutes. Flights to Kota Kinabalu from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kota Kinabalu?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Kota Kinabalu are China Eastern, China Southern and Royal Brunei Airlines.

Rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kota Kinabalu ranges from 60.0 - 351.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 351.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Kota Kinabalu when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Kota Kinabalu by month

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?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Kota Kinabalu

See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,China Southern, andChina Eastern to Malaysia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rob,Sept 2026

JFK - SIN

The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rob,Sept 2026

JFK - SIN

The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rob,Sept 2026

JFK - SIN

The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rob,Sept 2026

JFK - SIN

The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rob,Sept 2026

JFK - SIN

The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.

FAQs about flying to Kota Kinabalu

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 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, Singapore Airlines 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 is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kota Kinabalu. One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu typically cost £19, while return flights cost around £62.

  • How much is a return flight to Kota Kinabalu?

    A return flight to Kota Kinabalu will typically cost around £66, however they can be found for as little as £62.

  • 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 30 minutes).

  • Does Kota Kinabalu have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Kota Kinabalu?

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

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