How much is a ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu?

Depending on when you travel and how far in advance you book, fares between Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu can differ a lot.

The lowest fare seen in the past 15 days was $172.

If you’re flexible with timing, consider overnight flights — they often cost less and are less crowded. Exploring multiple date and time combinations can help you find the cheapest solution.

What are the airport options between Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu?

If both departure and destination cities offer multiple airports, comparing them can help you save time and money.

• Airports in Kuala Lumpur: Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah is another option besides Kuala Lumpur - International.
• Airports in Kota Kinabalu: Kota Kinabalu has one airport operating, Kota Kinabalu.

Some airports have different terminals for low-cost and traditional airlines — knowing in advance can save time. You can filter results to see only the airports that suit you.

Smart ways to search flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu

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Flying to Malaysia? Other travelers also searched: Kota Bharu, Kota Kinabalu, Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi, Penang.

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