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$35+ Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL)

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 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — KUL
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl are usually found in June or July, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL). 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 January 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$72
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$35
(oojo)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$93
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Cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/216:00 pmBKI - KUL
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 1/2612:30 amKUL - BKI
Nonstop2h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 1/16$159
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/203:30 amBKI - KUL
1 stop9h 05mChina Southern
Mon 1/271:45 pmKUL - BKI
1 stop12h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 1/16$3,481

Find flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl within your budget

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Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 2/10

8:30 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop26h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 2/15

10:15 pm-12:55 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$202

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 2/5

3:30 am-12:35 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 2/16

1:45 pm-2:30 am

1 stop12h 45m

$3,481

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 1/29

9:30 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$35

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 3/16

4:20 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$41

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 2/3

7:20 pm-7:00 am

1 stop11h 40m

$62

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 2/1

4:00 am-6:40 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$89

Kota KinabaluKuala Lumpur

BKI - KUL

BKIKUL

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 2/23

3:30 am-5:10 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$235

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Deals found on 1/16

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Kota Kinabalu-Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Kota Kinabalu-Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kota Kinabalu-Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kota Kinabalu-Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Kota Kinabalu-Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kuala Lumpur Intl from Kota Kinabalu with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (average of $977). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,491). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

The most flights from BKI to KUL are scheduled on a Wednesday (83 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (54 on average).

Rainfall in Kuala Lumpur Intl by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport ranges from 4.7 - 11.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.0 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport when rainfall is around 4.7 in.

Temperature in Kuala Lumpur Intl by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kuala Lumpur Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kuala Lumpur Intl. 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
China Southern
7.4
Good
85 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

China Southern
7.4
Good
85 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
85 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
277 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
85 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

AirAsia
6.6
Okay
213 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
85 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Batik Air
6.1
Okay
71 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
85 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 1

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl. 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 from for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl?

    If you book a flight to Kuala Lumpur Intl from Kota Kinabalu, you will be flying from Kota Kinabalu, which is the city’s only airport. Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Kota Kinabalu. There are 63 flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl per day from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport round-trip?

    AirAsia, at $72, was found to be the cheapest airline from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Batik Air and Malaysia Airlines. Users have found that AirAsia is 26% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Batik Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $35. AirAsia flights start at $41 while deals on Malaysia Airlines start at $89 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Consider MAI (82%), Japan Airlines (82%) or Oman Air (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $369 for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $31 while the most popular route, (Kota Kinabalu - Kuala Lumpur Intl) is currently priced at $65.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl 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 Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (average of $977). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,491). 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 3 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur Intl. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Batik AirCheapest$28Average$75FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AirAsiaCheapest$60Average$107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$67Average$93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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