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£256+ Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu

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— BKI
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
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Flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2025

Find the latest flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 21 February 2025.

Return from

£536

One-way from

£256

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£582
14/3-28/3
  • 14/3-28/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 30m total
  • London to Kota Kinabalu
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7/5
  • 7/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 32h 25m total
  • London to Kota Kinabalu
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Mon 3/310:30LGW - BKI
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/411:00BKI - LGW
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2£536
Mon 5/522:10LHR - BKI
1 stop37h 10mChina Southern
Sat 31/519:20BKI - LHR
1 stop30h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 20/2£536
Mon 12/511:35LGW - BKI
1 stop29h 55mChina Eastern
Fri 30/501:30BKI - LGW
1 stop36h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/2£542
Thu 22/521:20LHR - BKI
1 stop20h 10mChina Eastern
Wed 18/601:30BKI - LHR
1 stop24h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/2£575
Mon 3/321:00LHR - BKI
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/401:30BKI - LHR
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2£595
Fri 14/316:55LHR - BKI
2 stops19h 30mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Sat 29/317:10BKI - LHR
2 stops22h 10mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 20/2£641
Mon 24/321:25LHR - BKI
1 stop30h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 27/305:20BKI - LHR
1 stop18h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 20/2£673
Tue 6/510:15LGW - BKI
1 stop25h 55mSingapore Airlines
Thu 22/512:05BKI - LGW
1 stop25h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/2£697
Tue 6/514:55LGW - BKI
2 stops23h 40mQatar Airways
Thu 22/505:20BKI - LGW
2 stops39h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2£748
Tue 6/521:10STN - BKI
2 stops54h 20mEmirates
Thu 22/511:20BKI - STN
2 stops56h 35mEmirates
Deal found 20/2£775
Sun 1/614:30LGW - BKI
2 stops37h 00mEmirates
Thu 19/611:20BKI - LGW
2 stops32h 15mEmirates
Deal found 20/2£780
Mon 24/320:15STN - BKI
2 stops40h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/311:20BKI - STN
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£822

Find flights to Kota Kinabalu within your budget

Locate flights to Kota Kinabalu that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 21 February 2025.

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW - BKI

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Mon 3/3

10:30-00:25

2 stops29h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 3/4

11:00-06:40

2 stops26h 40m

£536

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Mon 5/5

22:10-18:20

1 stop37h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 31/5

19:20-19:00

1 stop30h 40m

£536

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW - BKI

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Mon 12/5

11:35-00:30

1 stop29h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 30/5

01:30-06:40

1 stop36h 10m

£542

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Thu 22/5

21:20-00:30

1 stop20h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 18/6

01:30-18:40

1 stop24h 10m

£575

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Mon 3/3

21:00-13:55

2 stops32h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 2/4

01:30-18:40

1 stop24h 10m

£595

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Fri 14/3

16:55-20:25

2 stops19h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 29/3

17:10-07:20

2 stops22h 10m

£641

LondonKota Kinabalu

LHR - BKI

LHRBKI

London Heathrow

Mon 24/3

21:25-12:15

1 stop30h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 27/3

05:20-15:25

1 stop18h 05m

£673

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW - BKI

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Tue 6/5

10:15-19:10

1 stop25h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 22/5

12:05-06:25

1 stop25h 20m

£697

LondonKota Kinabalu

LGW - BKI

LGWBKI

London Gatwick

Tue 6/5

14:55-21:35

2 stops23h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 22/5

05:20-13:25

2 stops39h 05m

£748

LondonKota Kinabalu

STN - BKI

STNBKI

London Stansted

Tue 6/5

21:10-10:30

2 stops54h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 22/5

11:20-12:55

2 stops56h 35m

£775

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Travel insights for flights to Kota Kinabalu

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights to Kota Kinabalu including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight to Kota Kinabalu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

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

How long is the flight to Kota Kinabalu?

On average, a flight from London to Kota Kinabalu takes 20 hours 3 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 most popular airlines that fly to Kota Kinabalu?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Kota Kinabalu are Malaysia Airlines, China Eastern and China Southern.

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

From £875

China Eastern

China Eastern

From £601

China Southern

China Southern

From £604

Royal Brunei Airlines

Royal Brunei Airlines

From £798

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

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature totals 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).

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 21 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly to Kota Kinabalu, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Singapore Airlines and KLM. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,610 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

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, China Eastern 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 £6, while return flights cost around £27.

  • How much is a return flight to Kota Kinabalu?

    A return flight to Kota Kinabalu will typically cost around £37, however they can be found for as little as £34.

  • 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 5 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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