Cheap Flights from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport

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Flights from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at RM69 for one-way flights and RM138 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

AirAsia
Sat, 25 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
TWU
Tawau
RM138 Return, just found
RM138
Return
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Select AirAsia flight, departing Sat, 25 Oct from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau, returning Mon, 27 Oct, priced at RM138 just found
Batik air
Sat, 25 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
TWU
Tawau
RM198 Return, just found
RM198
Return
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Select Batik air flight, departing Sat, 25 Oct from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau, returning Mon, 27 Oct, priced at RM198 just found
Firefly
Sun, 5 Jul - Tue, 7 Jul
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
RM201 Return, found 1 day ago
RM201
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Firefly flight, departing Sun, 5 Jul from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur, returning Tue, 7 Jul, priced at RM201 found 1 day ago
Batik air
Mon, 17 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
SZB
Subang
RM323 Return, just found
RM323
Return
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Select Batik air flight, departing Mon, 17 Nov from Kota Kinabalu to Subang, returning Sat, 22 Nov, priced at RM323 just found
Malaysia Airlines
Mon, 2 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
RM361 Return, found 1 hour ago
RM361
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Mon, 2 Mar from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur, returning Sun, 8 Mar, priced at RM361 found 1 hour ago
AirAsia
Thu, 29 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
PEN
Penang
RM398 Return, found 1 hour ago
RM398
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select AirAsia flight, departing Thu, 29 Jan from Kota Kinabalu to Penang, returning Wed, 4 Feb, priced at RM398 found 1 hour ago
Philippines AirAsia
Thu, 20 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
MNL
Manila
RM587 Return, found 4 hours ago
RM587
Return
found 4 hours ago
Select Philippines AirAsia flight, departing Thu, 20 Aug from Kota Kinabalu to Manila, returning Mon, 24 Aug, priced at RM587 found 4 hours ago
AirAsia
Wed, 3 Dec - Sun, 14 Dec
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
HKG
Hong Kong SAR
RM721 Return, just found
RM721
Return
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Select AirAsia flight, departing Wed, 3 Dec from Kota Kinabalu to Hong Kong SAR, returning Sun, 14 Dec, priced at RM721 just found
AirAsia
Thu, 23 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
SZX
Shenzhen
RM847 Return, just found
RM847
Return
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Select AirAsia flight, departing Thu, 23 Oct from Kota Kinabalu to Shenzhen, returning Wed, 29 Oct, priced at RM847 just found
AirAsia
Mon, 27 Oct - Thu, 30 Oct
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
CAN
Guangzhou
RM847 Return, just found
RM847
Return
just found
Select AirAsia flight, departing Mon, 27 Oct from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou, returning Thu, 30 Oct, priced at RM847 just found

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Rail Suite Aeropod
2 out of 5
Jalan Sabah Rail, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is RM127 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
RM127
RM177 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
3 out of 5
Jalan Sabah Rail, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is RM214 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
RM214
RM241 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa apartment in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Imago Shopping ...
8/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
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Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is RM692 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
RM692
RM827 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
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Frequently asked questions

What is the airport code for Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) uses the airport code: BKI.
How many terminals are there in BKI and how early should I arrive before my flight?
Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) has only one passenger terminal. Wondering how to make time go faster before you take off? Do some research online to find out what sorts of services and amenities are on offer. For domestic services, arrive at least 1.5-2 hours before your departure time. For international routes, arrive 2-3 hours ahead of your flight to allow ample time for checking bags, security lines and finding your way to your gate.
How far is Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) from central Kota Kinabalu?
A Kota Kinabalu car rental is one of the most popular ways to reach the heart of Kota Kinabalu from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI). Organise some wheels with on-site provider Europcar and hit the road not long after disembarking. The city centre is 6 kilometers north of BKI.
Does Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) have a hotel?
Unfortunately, you won't find any hotels in the immediate vicinity of BKI. That said, you're certain to find an ideal place to stay before your flight if you look a little further out. Just a short drive from the terminals, the 89478 Lkh Motel may be exactly what you're looking for. It features WiFi, front desk services and free WiFi. The Close to the airport & within KK city, convenient to get around and amazing view is also in the area. Here you can enjoy a swimming pool, a king bed and fitness facilities. With handy options like these, there's definitely no need to sleep on an airport chair if you have an early flight.
Are there private lounges in Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
You can retreat from the crowds in one of the private lounges available in Kota Kinabalu International Airport (we know the exciting chaos of the main departures area can be a stressful start to a journey). Check online to confirm you meet the requirements to enter the lounge. If not, you may need to pay for entry.
What airlines fly out of BKI?
You have plenty of options when flying out of Kota Kinabalu International Airport with these reputable domestic carriers:

  • AirAsia
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • Firefly

If you're ready to explore far-flung places, these leading carriers will comfortably get you there from Kota Kinabalu International Airport:

  • AirAsia
  • Jin Air
  • Jeju Air

How many flights per day fly out of BKI?
On average, there are 76 flights departing Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) each day. Wherever you're going, you'll find an amazing deal with Expedia.
How to find cheap flights from BKI with Expedia?
The cheapest one-way flight from Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.) was to Tawau (TWU) at RM69. One of the easiest ways to find cheap flights with Expedia is to enter your destination and travel dates, and then sort your results by lowest price. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. One of the best ways to find cheap flights is to be flexible with your travel dates. First, search for flights on the dates you'd like, then click on "Flexible dates" above the results. This will reveal the lowest prices for nearby days. You can also filter your search results by specific airlines, included baggage, arrival airports and more.
Where can you fly to from BKI?
There are numerous places you can venture to from Kota Kinabalu International Airport, but the most sought-after international destinations are Seoul, Hong Kong and Singapore. Domestic flights to Kuala Lumpur, Tawau and Kuching are also quick to book up. Reward yourself with a trip to one of these appealing destinations. There's nothing quite like the gift of travel to refresh your senses.
What is the cancellation policy on flights and how do I cancel my flight on Expedia?
Most flights are free to cancel within 24 hours of making the reservation. However, some flights are non-refundable, and you may receive a flight credit from the airline to use for a future booking. For more information, please visit our Customer Service Portal.

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Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport Information

Airport Name
Airport Location
Airport Code
Latitude
Longitude
Altitude
Kota Kinabalu Intl.Kota Kinabalu, MYIATA: BKI, ICAO: WBKK, GPS: WBKK5.937210116.05100310ft

Kota Kinabalu Intl., also known by IATA (International Air Transport Association) code BKI and ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) code WBKK, offers flights from multiple airline carriers to many popular global destinations. Above you'll find some useful information about Kota Kinabalu's airport that can help you in planning your next trip. Expedia offers flights from BKI airport on multiple airline carriers, and makes it easy and affordable for you to book low cost Kota Kinabalu flights.

Current conditions at Kota Kinabalu International Airport

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Airport information

Name: Kota Kinabalu International Airport
Location: Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
  • Longitude: 5.923961
  • Latitude: 116.050753
Airport Codes:
  • IATA: BKI
  • ICAO: WBKK
BKI Wikipedia information

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