How long is the flight from England to Kota Kinabalu?

China Southern, Turkish Airlines, and Etihad Airways can get you from England to Kota Kinabalu in just under 28h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 30m. The distance between England and Kota Kinabalu is about 6992 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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.

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).

What are the most popular routes from England to Kota Kinabalu?

The most popular flight routes from England to Kota Kinabalu are London Heathrow - Kota Kinabalu, London Gatwick - Kota Kinabalu and London Stansted - Kota Kinabalu.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from England to Kota Kinabalu?

When booking a flight from England to Kota Kinabalu, you may want to consider flying on Malaysia Airlines, China Southern or China Eastern as they are the most popular for this route.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ENG to BKI?

When flying from England to Kota Kinabalu, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

For a flight from England to Kota Kinabalu, you will be flying into Kota Kinabalu. Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

Can I find deals for flights from England to Kota Kinabalu that include hotel bookings?

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from England to Kota Kinabalu?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to Kota Kinabalu (average of £608). Flying from England to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of £998). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from England to Kota Kinabalu?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

England to Kota Kinabalu flights typically cost between £637 and £726 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £448 on China Southern (29 Nov–5 Dec).

How far ahead should I book a flight from England to Kota Kinabalu?

The best time to book flights from England to Kota Kinabalu is 23 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu from England?
For a flight from England to Kota Kinabalu, you will be flying into Kota Kinabalu. Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.
How long is the flight from England to Kota Kinabalu?
China Southern, Turkish Airlines, and Etihad Airways can get you from England to Kota Kinabalu in just under 28h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 30m. The distance between England and Kota Kinabalu is about 6992 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the most popular routes from England to Kota Kinabalu?
The most popular flight routes from England to Kota Kinabalu are London Heathrow - Kota Kinabalu, London Gatwick - Kota Kinabalu and London Stansted - Kota Kinabalu.
Can I find deals for flights from England to Kota Kinabalu that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on England to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from England to Kota Kinabalu?
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Can I find deals for business class flights from England to Kota Kinabalu?
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from England to Kota Kinabalu?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to Kota Kinabalu (average of £608). Flying from England to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of £998). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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China Eastern	Cheapest£463	Average£554	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
China Southern	Cheapest£509	Average£635	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights
Royal Brunei Airlines	Cheapest£518	Average£638	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time84%	Search Royal Brunei Airlines flights
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Malaysia Airlines	Cheapest£691	Average£780	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
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England to Kota Kinabalu flights typically cost between £637 and £726 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £448 on China Southern (29 Nov–5 Dec).

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England to Kota Kinabalu flights typically cost between £637 and £726 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £448 on China Southern (29 Nov–5 Dec).