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C$ 749+ 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 18/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— BKI
7 Sep — 14 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 8 August 2026.

Fri 21/81:50 p.m. -
2 stops36h 25m
Thu 24/97:05 p.m. -
2 stops60h 10m
Deal found 3/8C$ 1,736
Tue 29/91:30 p.m. -
1 stop22h 00m
Mon 5/1012:30 a.m. -
1 stop30h 45m
Deal found 3/8C$ 1,750
Mon 28/91:30 p.m. -
1 stop22h 00m
Mon 5/1012:30 a.m. -
1 stop30h 45m
Deal found 3/8C$ 1,861
Mon 28/91:30 p.m. -
1 stop22h 00m
Sun 4/1012:30 a.m. -
1 stop30h 45m
Deal found 3/8C$ 1,917
Wed 12/84:25 p.m. -
1 stop38h 35m
Wed 2/91:30 a.m. -
2 stops30h 39m
Deal found 3/8C$ 1,931
Wed 30/91:30 p.m. -
1 stop22h 00m
Mon 5/1012:30 a.m. -
1 stop30h 45m
Deal found 3/8C$ 2,010
Wed 30/91:30 p.m. -
1 stop22h 00m
Sun 4/1012:30 a.m. -
1 stop30h 45m
Deal found 3/8C$ 2,066

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Round-trip from

C$ 1,736

One-way from

C$ 749
21/8-24/9
  • 21/8-24/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 96h 35m total
  • Toronto to Kota Kinabalu
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18/9
  • 18/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 30m total
  • Toronto to Kota Kinabalu
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Depart

Return

Price

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Quickest round-trip

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 21/8

1:50 p.m.-11:30 p.m.

1 stop21h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 23/9

12:30 a.m.-7:15 p.m.

1 stop30h 45m

C$ 1,801

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 29/9

9:00 p.m.-6:20 p.m.

2 stops33h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 5/10

10:20 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

2 stops28h 40m

C$ 2,227

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 28/9

1:40 p.m.-11:55 a.m.

2 stops34h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 4/10

12:30 a.m.-7:15 p.m.

1 stop30h 45m

C$ 2,270

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 28/9

10:00 p.m.-2:15 p.m.

2 stops52h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 6/10

5:45 p.m.-8:15 p.m.

2 stops38h 30m

C$ 2,296

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 29/9

9:00 p.m.-2:15 p.m.

2 stops53h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 7/10

4:20 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

2 stops34h 40m

C$ 2,333

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 30/9

9:00 p.m.-10:45 a.m.

2 stops49h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 5/10

10:20 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

2 stops28h 40m

C$ 2,347

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 29/9

7:55 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

3 stops40h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 6/10

5:20 a.m.-5:55 p.m.

3 stops48h 35m

C$ 2,985
Cheapest one-way

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 18/9

8:00 a.m.-11:30 p.m.

3 stops51h 30m

C$ 749

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 18/9

4:25 p.m.-9:45 p.m.

1 stop41h 20m

C$ 850
Quickest one-way

TorontoKota Kinabalu

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - BKI Kota Kinabalu

YYZBKI

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 17/9

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

2 stops29h 30m

C$ 1,195

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Kota Kinabalu

How long is the flight to Kota Kinabalu?

On average, a flight from Toronto to Kota Kinabalu takes 28 hours 15 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, Cathay Pacific 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$ 131, while round-trip flights cost around C$ 122.

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

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kota Kinabalu, Vancouver offers the quickest one-way flight (18 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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