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AED 1,535+ Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu

— BKI
11 Oct — 18 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Kota Kinabalu

Fri 23/1023:00 -
2 stops15h 35m
Fri 30/1023:25 -
2 stops26h 25m
Deal found 8/9AED 2,460
Thu 1/1017:10 -
2 stops25h 05m
Thu 8/1015:10 -
2 stops31h 45m
Deal found 11/9AED 2,695
Sun 25/1022:00 -
1 stop16h 20m
Sun 1/1112:10 -
2 stops27h 55m
Deal found 10/9AED 2,714
Fri 25/1213:15 -
2 stops18h 40m
Fri 22/119:05 -
1 stop29h 25m
Deal found 7/9AED 3,507

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AED 2,460

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AED 1,535
23/10-30/10
  • 23/10-30/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 42h 00m total
  • Dubai to Kota Kinabalu
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4/11-31/12
  • 4/11-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 32h 25m total
  • Dubai to Kota Kinabalu
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DubaiKota Kinabalu

DXB Dubai Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

DXBBKI

Dubai Intl

Wed 4/11

22:45-11:10

3 stops32h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 1,535

DubaiKota Kinabalu

DXB Dubai Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

DXBBKI

Dubai Intl

Fri 23/10

23:00-18:35

2 stops15h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 30/10

23:25-21:50

2 stops26h 25m

AED 2,460

DubaiKota Kinabalu

DXB Dubai Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

DXBBKI

Dubai Intl

Sun 25/10

22:00-18:20

1 stop16h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 1/11

12:10-12:05

2 stops27h 55m

AED 2,714

DubaiKota Kinabalu

DXB Dubai Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

DXBBKI

Dubai Intl

Wed 4/11

19:50-11:10

1 stop35h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:00

Nonstop0h 00m

AED 2,787

DubaiKota Kinabalu

DXB Dubai Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

DXBBKI

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/10

11:25-17:00

2 stops25h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 8/10

11:00-13:10

1 stop30h 10m

AED 3,037

DubaiKota Kinabalu

DXB Dubai Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

DXBBKI

Dubai Intl

Fri 25/12

13:15-11:55

2 stops18h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 22/1

19:05-20:30

1 stop29h 25m

AED 3,507

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Rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kota Kinabalu ranges from 60.0 - 351.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 351.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Kota Kinabalu when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Kota Kinabalu by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kota Kinabalu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

FAQs about flying to Kota Kinabalu

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu?

    Most people fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI) if they book a flight to Kota Kinabalu. Kota Kinabalu is conveniently located just 5.8 km from Kota Kinabalu’s city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kota Kinabalu if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kota Kinabalu on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • Does Kota Kinabalu have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kota Kinabalu can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Kota Kinabalu has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Survivor Lodge Pulau Tiga is the closest property to Kota Kinabalu (0.0 km away from Kota Kinabalu).

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