Cheap Flights from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)

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Popular airlines from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)

  • Malaysia Airlines

  • AirAsia

  • Singapore Airlines

  • Malindo Air

  • Scoot

  • China Eastern Airlines

  • Cathay Pacific

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Flights from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £37 for one-way flights and £73 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Firefly
Tue, 3 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
£73 Return, found 2 days ago
£73
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Firefly flight, departing Tue, 3 Mar from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur, returning Tue, 10 Mar, priced at £73 found 2 days ago
Firefly
Tue, 3 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
£73 Return, found 5 hours ago
£73
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Firefly flight, departing Tue, 3 Mar from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur, returning Sun, 8 Mar, priced at £73 found 5 hours ago
Malaysia Airlines
Thu, 23 Jul - Tue, 11 Aug
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
£80 Return, found 6 days ago
£80
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Thu, 23 Jul from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur, returning Tue, 11 Aug, priced at £80 found 6 days ago
Firefly
Tue, 21 Jul - Fri, 24 Jul
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
£81 Return, found 1 day ago
£81
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Firefly flight, departing Tue, 21 Jul from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur, returning Fri, 24 Jul, priced at £81 found 1 day ago
Malaysia Airlines
Thu, 5 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
£82 Return, found 4 days ago
£82
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Thu, 5 Mar from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur, returning Sun, 8 Mar, priced at £82 found 4 days ago
Malaysia Airlines
Wed, 15 Jul - Wed, 22 Jul
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
£84 Return, found 5 days ago
£84
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Wed, 15 Jul from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur, returning Wed, 22 Jul, priced at £84 found 5 days ago
Malaysia Airlines
Sat, 25 Jul - Sat, 1 Aug
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
£85 Return, found 4 days ago
£85
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Sat, 25 Jul from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur, returning Sat, 1 Aug, priced at £85 found 4 days ago
Batik air
Sat, 7 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
£139 Return, found 4 days ago
£139
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Sat, 7 Mar from Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur, returning Sat, 14 Mar, priced at £139 found 4 days ago
China Southern Airlines
Wed, 1 Apr - Sun, 5 Apr
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
CAN
Guangzhou
£176 Return, found 12 hours ago
£176
Return
found 12 hours ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Wed, 1 Apr from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou, returning Sun, 5 Apr, priced at £176 found 12 hours ago
Scoot
Thu, 5 Mar - Sat, 7 Mar
BKI
Kota Kinabalu
CAN
Guangzhou
£178 Return, found 2 days ago
£178
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Thu, 5 Mar from Kota Kinabalu to Guangzhou, returning Sat, 7 Mar, priced at £178 found 2 days ago

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 4 mi 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 Kuala Lumpur (KUL) at £37. 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.

Travel information

Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport Information

Airport Name
Airport Location
Airport Code
Latitude
Longitude
Altitude
Kota Kinabalu Intl.Kota Kinabalu, MYIATA: BKI, ICAO: WBKK, GPS Code: WBKK5.937210116.0510033.05 meters

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