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Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.
A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu:
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The Kuala Lumpur — Kota Kinabalu route is served by multiple airlines, including Malindo Air, AirAsia, and Firefly. This is convenient for those who want the best balance of price, schedule, and travel conditions. Tickets start from $36, and depending on season and promotions, even better deals may appear. With our service, you can easily compare available options and book tickets that match your plans. The variety of carriers allows flexible choices and comfortable travel without overpaying.
Kuala Lumpur — Kota Kinabalu
01/17/2026
Departure
Direct flight
OD1002
starting at $36
Kuala Lumpur — Kota Kinabalu
03/11/2026
Departure
Direct flight
AK5104
starting at $36
Kuala Lumpur — Kota Kinabalu
01/21/2026
Departure
Direct flight
AK5142
starting at $36
Kuala Lumpur — Kota Kinabalu
04/22/2026
Departure
Direct flight
AK5130
starting at $37
Kuala Lumpur — Kota Kinabalu
01/12/2026
Departure
Direct flight
OD1002
starting at $37
Kuala Lumpur — Kota Kinabalu
01/22/2026
Departure
Direct flight
AK5140
starting at $37
Kuala Lumpur — Kota Kinabalu
01/16/2026
Departure
Direct flight
OD1006
starting at $37
Kuala Lumpur — Kota Kinabalu
03/08/2026
Departure
Direct flight
OD1002
starting at $38
Kuala Lumpur — Kota Kinabalu
01/19/2026
Departure
Direct flight
AK5106
starting at $38
Kuala Lumpur — Kota Kinabalu
04/08/2026
Departure
Direct flight
AK5136
starting at $39
AirAsia
Every day
starting at $39
Malindo Air
Every day
starting at $49
Malaysia Airlines
Every day
starting at $77
Firefly
Su, Mo, Tu, We, Fr, and Sa
starting at $38
The cheapest flight ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu according to data for the last 48 hours costs $36
Often the best time to buy tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu can be found flying in these months: February, March, January.
The fastest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu start from 2 hours 30 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Kuala Lumpur — Kota Kinabalu: Malindo Air, AirAsia
In different months, ticket prices from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu vary: minimum — $35 (February 2026), maximum — $46 (November 2026). Typically, the flight costs $38–$39.
We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
The cheapest one-way flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu departs on 01/17/2026, is operated by Malindo Air and costs $36
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu departs on 01/22/2026, is operated by AirAsia and costs $68
Fastest flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu takes 2h 30m
There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Su, Mo, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu is 1621km (1005 miles). The average flight duration is 2h 36m. There are 235 direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu. Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu are in the same time zone. Flights from Kuala Lumpur begin at 6:05 AM. The latest flight from Kuala Lumpur departs at 10:15 PM
