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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu from £331

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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — BKI
24 jul — 31 jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu

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

lör 26/918:00
LGW
-
BKI
1 stop23h 30m
China Eastern
tis 6/1001:30
BKI
-
LGW
1 stop24h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/6£488
sön 20/922:10
LHR
-
BKI
1 stop19h 20m
China Southern
lör 10/1019:20
BKI
-
LHR
1 stop31h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 22/6£564
ons 9/911:35
LGW
-
BKI
1 stop29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
tors 17/906:00
BKI
-
LGW
2 stops32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6£569
lör 26/921:20
LHR
-
BKI
1 stop20h 10m
China Eastern
tis 6/1001:30
BKI
-
LHR
1 stop24h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/6£571
ons 9/911:35
LGW
-
BKI
1 stop29h 55m
China Eastern
ons 16/901:30
BKI
-
LGW
1 stop24h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/6£597
mån 7/922:00
LGW
-
BKI
1 stop19h 30m
China Eastern
sön 20/901:30
BKI
-
LGW
1 stop24h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/6£598
fre 4/918:00
LGW
-
BKI
1 stop23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
lör 19/918:15
BKI
-
LGW
2 stops20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6£599
tors 3/921:55
LGW
-
BKI
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
lör 19/918:15
BKI
-
LGW
2 stops20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6£601
mån 14/918:00
LGW
-
BKI
1 stop23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
mån 28/923:20
BKI
-
LGW
2 stops39h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/6£601
tis 29/915:20
LGW
-
BKI
2 stops42h 25m
Multiple Airlines
tis 6/1016:05
BKI
-
LGW
2 stops22h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/6£602
lör 5/922:00
LGW
-
BKI
1 stop19h 30m
China Eastern
sön 20/901:30
BKI
-
LGW
1 stop24h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/6£606
ons 16/922:00
LGW
-
BKI
1 stop21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
tis 29/911:00
BKI
-
LGW
2 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6£608

Find flight deals from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu flight deals. Data was last updated 24 juni 2026.

Round-trip from

£488

One-way from

£331

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£647
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 26/9-6/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 10m total
  • United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 5/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 30m total
  • United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

tors 12/11

20:15-00:30

1 stop20h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

sön 15/11

01:30-20:10

1 stop26h 40m

£743

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW - BKI

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

tors 3/9

18:00-00:30

1 stop23h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

tis 22/9

01:30-19:10

1 stop24h 40m

£785

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW - BKI

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

fre 18/9

11:35-00:30

1 stop29h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

ons 23/9

01:30-19:10

1 stop24h 40m

£791

ManchesterKota Kinabalu

MAN - BKI

MANBKI

Manchester

tors 10/9

16:25-00:30

2 stops25h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

tors 24/9

14:50-11:00

3 stops27h 10m

£793

LondonKota Kinabalu

STN - BKI

STNBKI

London Stansted

sön 13/9

06:55-10:00

2 stops20h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

ons 30/9

11:00-16:40

2 stops36h 40m

£811

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

mån 7/9

21:20-00:30

1 stop20h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

mån 21/9

01:30-18:40

1 stop24h 10m

£814

LondonKota Kinabalu

STN - BKI

STNBKI

London Stansted

ons 16/9

14:55-22:15

2 stops24h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

tors 24/9

13:00-12:55

2 stops30h 55m

£816

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW - BKI

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

tis 15/9

07:25-22:15

2 stops31h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

mån 28/9

11:00-09:55

2 stops29h 55m

£817

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW - BKI

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

ons 16/9

14:35-22:15

2 stops24h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

tors 24/9

13:00-07:20

2 stops25h 20m

£822

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW - BKI

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

mån 14/9

14:35-22:15

2 stops24h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

tors 24/9

13:00-12:35

2 stops30h 35m

£822

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu (average of £412). Flying from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu in August is currently the most expensive (average of £608). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu?

Booking 51 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 juni 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,China Southern, andChina Eastern from the United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,550 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,550 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,550 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,550 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
226 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,550 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
312 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,550 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

    If you book a flight to Kota Kinabalu from United Kingdom, you will be flying to Kota Kinabalu, which is the city’s only airport. Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Kota Kinabalu.

  • How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu?

    Airlines like China Eastern, Cathay Pacific, and Turkish Airlines fly from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu in about 19h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 45m. The distance between United Kingdom and Kota Kinabalu is about 6992 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu?

    The most popular route from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu is London Heathrow - Kota Kinabalu. You may also consider London Gatwick - Kota Kinabalu or London Stansted - Kota Kinabalu.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu (average of £412). Flying from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu in August is currently the most expensive (average of £608). 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 7 airlines flying from United Kingdom to Kota Kinabalu

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom 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 juni 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£429Average£640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest£481Average£643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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China EasternCheapest£501Average£589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£599Average£784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£716Average£782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest£735Average£804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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British AirwaysCheapest£759Average£914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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