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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu from £316

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — BKI
26 Mar — 2 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 February 2026.

Sat 14/321:00
LHR
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BKI
1 stop19h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 28/301:30
BKI
-
LHR
1 stop24h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 23/2£428
Wed 22/419:15
LHR
-
BKI
2 stops22h 15m
China Southern
Fri 8/501:45
BKI
-
LHR
1 stop24h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 21/2£455
Sun 12/419:15
LHR
-
BKI
2 stops22h 15m
China Southern
Wed 22/401:45
BKI
-
LHR
1 stop24h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 23/2£472
Fri 29/521:00
LHR
-
BKI
2 stops20h 30m
China Southern
Mon 8/619:20
BKI
-
LHR
1 stop30h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 21/2£490
Tue 2/621:20
LHR
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BKI
1 stop20h 10m
China Eastern
Sun 14/601:30
BKI
-
LHR
1 stop24h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/2£499
Sat 6/621:00
LHR
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BKI
2 stops20h 30m
China Southern
Thu 18/601:45
BKI
-
LHR
1 stop24h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 22/2£504
Sat 14/322:00
LHR
-
BKI
1 stop18h 30m
China Southern
Sat 28/300:30
BKI
-
LHR
2 stops24h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 23/2£506
Sat 7/322:00
LHR
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BKI
1 stop18h 30m
China Southern
Fri 8/501:45
BKI
-
LHR
1 stop24h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 24/2£509

Find flight deals from Heathrow to Kota Kinabalu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 24 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£428

One-way from

£316

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£708
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 14/3-28/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 40m total
  • London to Kota Kinabalu
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25/4
  • 25/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 40m total
  • London to Kota Kinabalu
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LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Sat 30/5

19:55-08:45

3 stops29h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 7/6

19:20-19:00

1 stop30h 40m

£561

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Wed 22/4

21:20-00:30

1 stop20h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 8/5

01:30-18:40

1 stop24h 10m

£600

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Mon 6/4

21:20-00:30

1 stop20h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 22/4

01:30-18:40

1 stop24h 10m

£674

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Mon 9/3

20:55-10:00

2 stops29h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 22/3

12:00-18:10

2 stops38h 10m

£675

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Mon 6/4

21:00-00:30

2 stops20h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 13/4

19:20-19:00

1 stop30h 40m

£691

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Tue 2/6

21:20-00:30

1 stop20h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 14/6

01:30-07:40

2 stops37h 10m

£700

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Mon 8/6

21:45-10:00

2 stops29h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 22/6

16:30-15:05

2 stops29h 35m

£709

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Fri 29/5

20:50-11:55

2 stops32h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 8/6

11:00-07:00

2 stops27h 00m

£732

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Sat 25/4

20:50-00:30

3 stops44h 40m

£316

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Wed 29/4

09:55-21:00

3 stops52h 05m

£337

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Kota Kinabalu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu is 25 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu (average of £412). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of £791). 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 London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

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 24 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, China Southern, andMalaysia Airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
China Southern
7.3
Good
137 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
196 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow to Kota Kinabalu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu from London Heathrow?

    Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from London Heathrow to Kota Kinabalu. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kota Kinabalu from London Heathrow; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from London Heathrow per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Kota Kinabalu airport from London Heathrow. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Kota Kinabalu’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

    Departing from London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu will take you 20h 10m. The distance from London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu is about 6993 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu round-trip?

    Flying on China Eastern is currently your cheapest option to Kota Kinabalu, with prices starting at £462. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Royal Brunei Airlines and China Southern, with the lowest prices starting at £471 and £471, respectively. These flights start at 41% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Kota Kinabalu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Heathrow to Kota Kinabalu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to Kota Kinabalu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu (average of £412). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Kota Kinabalu in December is currently the most expensive (average of £791). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Heathrow to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow to Kota Kinabalu. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 24 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest£462Average£638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest£471Average£648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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China SouthernCheapest£471Average£621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest£615Average£783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£652Average£674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapest£742Average£871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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