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C$ 860+ Cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— BKI
26 Jan — 2 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2025

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Best flights to Kota Kinabalu
Discover carefully curated flight deals to Kota Kinabalu that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 27 December 2025.

Thu 22/17:00 a.m.YYZ - BKI
2 stops28h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 25/11:30 a.m.BKI - YYZ
1 stop24h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 26/12C$ 1,380
Mon 23/31:10 p.m.YYZ - BKI
2 stops63h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 21/510:20 p.m.BKI - YYZ
2 stops57h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12C$ 1,435
Tue 13/11:55 p.m.YYZ - BKI
1 stop21h 35mCathay Pacific
Mon 19/11:30 a.m.BKI - YYZ
1 stop23h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 26/12C$ 2,207
Thu 22/16:45 p.m.YYZ - BKI
2 stops34h 15mChina Southern
Mon 26/17:05 p.m.BKI - YYZ
2 stops24h 03mChina Southern
Deal found 25/12C$ 2,222
Tue 13/112:30 p.m.YYZ - BKI
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/11:30 a.m.BKI - YYZ
2 stops32h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12C$ 1,606
Thu 22/15:55 p.m.YYZ - BKI
2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/111:50 a.m.BKI - YYZ
2 stops41h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12C$ 1,609
Sun 1/38:10 p.m.YYZ - BKI
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 31/35:45 p.m.BKI - YYZ
2 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12C$ 1,901

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C$ 1,380
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 22/1-25/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 25m total
  • Toronto to Kota Kinabalu
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Return

Price

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ - BKI

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 22/1

7:00 a.m.-12:30 a.m.

2 stops28h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 25/1

1:30 a.m.-1:25 p.m.

1 stop24h 55m

C$ 1,380

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ - BKI

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 23/3

1:10 p.m.-5:05 p.m.

2 stops63h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 21/5

10:20 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

2 stops57h 10m

C$ 1,435

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ - BKI

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 13/1

12:30 p.m.-11:05 a.m.

2 stops33h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 19/1

1:30 a.m.-9:04 p.m.

2 stops32h 34m

C$ 1,606

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ - BKI

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 22/1

5:55 p.m.-11:05 a.m.

2 stops28h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 26/1

11:50 a.m.-4:09 p.m.

2 stops41h 19m

C$ 1,609

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ - BKI

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 1/3

8:10 p.m.-3:20 p.m.

2 stops30h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 31/3

5:45 p.m.-7:20 p.m.

2 stops37h 35m

C$ 1,901

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ - BKI

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 13/1

1:55 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

1 stop21h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 19/1

1:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

1 stop23h 45m

C$ 2,207

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ - BKI

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 22/1

6:45 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

2 stops34h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 26/1

7:05 p.m.-6:08 a.m.

2 stops24h 03m

C$ 2,222

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ - BKI

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 11/2

7:15 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

3 stops46h 15m

C$ 860

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ - BKI

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 11/2

8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

2 stops46h 00m

C$ 951

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Deals found on 27/12

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How long is the flight to Kota Kinabalu?

On average, a flight from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu takes 21 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Kota Kinabalu from other popular cities in Canada will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Rainfall in Kota Kinabalu by month

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Kota Kinabalu by taking into account the average temperature totals 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 layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers 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.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Japan Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kota Kinabalu.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kota Kinabalu?

    Kota Kinabalu is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kota Kinabalu. One-way flights to Kota Kinabalu typically cost C$ 57, while round-trip flights cost around C$ 125.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Kota Kinabalu?

    A round-trip flight to Kota Kinabalu will typically cost around C$ 143, however they can be found for as little as C$ 125.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kota Kinabalu depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kota Kinabalu, Toronto offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Kota Kinabalu have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kota Kinabalu can take advantage of the rental car 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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