Travelling from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for around 2 hours 38 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Kota Kinabalu and Kuala Lumpur have the same timezone — UTC+8.
For the first departure, take the 05:20 flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you prefer to jet off later, the last flight departs at 23:40. With 1,536 flights every week from BKI to KUL, you can select the timing that works best for you.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Visiting Kuala Lumpur (and exploring more of Malaysia!) is easy with Malaysia Airlines. This popular airline runs direct flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
If you want a stopover for your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the popular stopovers between BKI and KUL:
Kuching International Airport
Miri Airport
Changi International Airport
When flying domestically within Malaysia, you don't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to show some form of identity document, such as an ID card or driver's license. Once you've landed your cheap ticket from BKI to KUL, check your ID is valid before you take to the skies.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is RM66. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM144. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from BKI to KUL by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Kota Kinabalu International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Kota Kinabalu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 14 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to BKI:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you're on a late flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near KUL:
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 4 hours and 29 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Kuala Lumpur in February.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BKI to KUL sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Kuala Lumpur
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kuala Lumpur right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from BKI to KUL:
Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower Mini Zoo are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Kuala Lumpur travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at KLCC Park.
Look at flying in or out of Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). This domestic airport is another choice for travelling to and from Kuala Lumpur.
Complete your Kuala Lumpur trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Kuala Lumpur escape.
