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Malaysia Airlines
KULBKI
10 May - 15 May
2 stops, 6h 5m
$108
8 months ago
Malaysia Airlines
KULBKI
06 May - 14 May
Direct, 2h 40m
$109
8 months ago
Malaysia Airlines
KULBKI
06 May - 14 May
Direct, 2h 40m
$109
8 months ago
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Flight prices from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
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Flight examples
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Malaysia Airlines
In a few months
KUL
BKI
2 stops, 6h 5m
$108
8 months ago
Malaysia Airlines
In a few months
KUL
BKI
Direct, 2h 40m
$109
8 months ago
1625 km
Distance
2h 40m - 6h 5m
Duration
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Lars
Founder, CEO
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Is Kota Kinabalu an expensive destination?
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Recently found flights
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One-Way
06 May (Tue) - 14 May (Wed)06 May (Tue) + nights
00:05
KULDirect
02:45
BKI23:00
BKIDirect
01:35
KUL$109
Found 8 months ago
10 May (Sat) - 15 May (Thu)10 May (Sat) + nights
23:30
KUL2 stops
05:35
BKI21:20
BKIDirect
00:00
KUL$108
Found 8 months ago
Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
We could not found any direct flights to Kota Kinabalu, if you are flying from Kuala Lumpur. Perhaps try selecting a different origin or search for direct flights to the whole country (Malaysia).
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Airports in Kota Kinabalu and Kuala Lumpur
Kota Kinabalu has 1 airport and Kuala Lumpur has 2 airports.
Kota Kinabalu
Kuala Lumpur
Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
7 km from Kota Kinabalu city center.
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Taxi~5 Min.
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Shuttle~5 Min.
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Which airport in Kota Kinabalu is better?
The closest airport to Kota Kinabalu city center is Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) with 7 km distance. The quickest way to get to city center is to take a shuttle from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI), trip will take 5 min.
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Founder, CEO
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Where to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Find the right accommodation in Kota Kinabalu with Avionero:
6.7
Zara's Boutique Hotel
Jalan Pantai Baru, Sembulan
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Elevator / Lift • Hair Dryer
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Hotel No5
No 1 Jalan Pintas
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • Free Parking • Parking • 24-Hour Reception
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Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Lorong Kemajuan Karamunsing
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • Parking • 24-Hour Reception • Swimming pool
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OYO 228 Basic Hotel
Lot 66 Bandaran Berjaya Kota Kinabalu Sabah Malaysia
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Hair Dryer • Luggage Storage
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Sabah Oriental Hotel
Lorong Kemajuan
WiFi • Parking • 24-Hour Reception • Swimming pool • Fitness Room/Gym
Planning a trip from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu? Check the weather
16 Days Weather Forecast
Here’s how the weather in Kota Kinabalu looks currently:
Wed, 15 January
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+86°F
Rain
3 m/s
75 %
Thu, 16 January
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+82°F
Rain
3 m/s
72 %
Fri, 17 January
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+81°F
Rain
2 m/s
75 %
Sat, 18 January
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+82°F
Rain
3 m/s
71 %
Sun, 19 January
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+81°F
Rain
5 m/s
68 %
Mon, 20 January
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+82°F
Rain
3 m/s
65 %
Tue, 21 January
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+82°F
Rain
3 m/s
74 %
Wed, 22 January
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+82°F
Rain
2 m/s
67 %
Thu, 23 January
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+82°F
Rain
3 m/s
69 %
Fri, 24 January
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+82°F
Rain
4 m/s
69 %
Sat, 25 January
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+82°F
Rain
2 m/s
75 %
Sun, 26 January
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+82°F
Rain
3 m/s
73 %
Mon, 27 January
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+81°F
Rain
4 m/s
75 %
Tue, 28 January
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+82°F
Rain
4 m/s
75 %
Wed, 29 January
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+81°F
Rain
2 m/s
78 %
Thu, 30 January
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+81°F
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6 m/s
83 %
FAQ
Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu? Here are some useful things to know:
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What airports are in Kota Kinabalu?
Kota Kinabalu is served by 1 airport: Kota Kinabalu International Airport. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport located 7 km away.
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How far is it between Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu by plane?
Kota Kinabalu is around 1625 km away from Kuala Lumpur.
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What is the flight time from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?
Typically it takes from 1h 20m to 6h 25m to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu.
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How good the weather is in Kota Kinabalu?
The coldest month is December with an average temperature of . The hottest month is December with an average temperature of . Right now it is +86°F and Rain in Kota Kinabalu.
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Is there a direct connection between Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu?
No, there are no direct flights to Kota Kinabalu if you are flying from Kuala Lumpur.
About Avionero
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