Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Malaysia · BKI

Kota Kinabalu

Where dense Borneo jungle mountain ranges descend directly down into coral-heavy South China Sea waters.

Updated

UK typical return

£830

Average return fare

Lowest tracked

£495.40

Observed October 2026

Cheapest UK month

February

Typically £736 return

Departures

Flights from the UK

Typical return fares to Kota Kinabalu by UK origin
FromTypical returnCheapest month
London£735.50February
Birmingham£830—
Edinburgh£830—
Belfast International£830—
Glasgow£830—
Bristol£830—
Newcastle£830—
Manchester£1,005.40—

The stay

Where to stay in Kota Kinabalu

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Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4★

No. 1 Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman

Mid-range

Prime Location Located in the heart of Kota Kinabalu, just steps away from popular attractions such as Gaya Street and Sabah State Museum Heritage Village. Modern Amenities Enjoy a comfortable stay in our well-equipped r

ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam

ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam

3★

No 1 Jalan Taipan 28 Inanam

Budget

Convenient Location Modern Amenities Located just 10 km from Filipino Market Sabah, ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam offers a fitness centre, restaurant, and bar. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk.

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5★

1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard

Splurge

Luxurious Accommodations Indulge in elegantly designed rooms and suites with private balconies and modern amenities, offering stunning views of the garden or sea. Diverse Dining Options Savor a variety of culinary deligh

The experiences

What to do in Kota Kinabalu

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Kota Kinabalu Heritage City Walk

4.8/5

4 hours

A guided city circuit past the Floating Mosque, hilltop temple and old markets, ending with a local Sabahan lunch.

Mari Mari Cultural Village Tour with Transport, Guide and Lunch

5/5

5 hours

Discover the rich heritage of Sabah at the Mari Mari Cultural Village, a living museum showcasing the traditions of five major ethnic…

Coral Triangle Try-Dive Experience

4.9/5

6 hours

Take a first breath underwater with expert RAID instructors in the marine park of the Coral Triangle, equipment and guidance included.

Klias River Fireflies Twilight Cruise

4.5/5

9 hours

Glide through mangroves at dusk to spot proboscis monkeys, then watch fireflies light the trees like a living galaxy.

Island Hopping ( Manukan & Sapi Island ) From Kota Kinabalu

4.4/5

6 hours

Skip the hefty private charter fees and join our fun-filled group excursion. Speed across the South China Sea on a thrilling boat ride to…

Timing

Best time to fly to Kota Kinabalu

Typical fare by month UK median typical return.

Months without an observation use the route typical.

UK median typical return fare by month. Months without an observation are marked No data and use the route typical on the chart.
MonthTypical return fare
January£788.30
February£735.50
MarchNo data
AprilNo data
MayNo data
JuneNo data
JulyNo data
AugustNo data
SeptemberNo data
October£884.56
November£895.94
December£764

Before you go

Questions

When is the cheapest time to fly to Kota Kinabalu from the UK?

Fares to Kota Kinabalu are typically lowest in February, averaging £735.50 return. Since airlines shift prices without warning, Route & Room tracks UK departures 24/7, publishing verified price cuts directly to our members.

What is considered a good price for a return flight to Kota Kinabalu?

Route & Room has verified return flights to Kota Kinabalu as low as £497.22, compared to typical market fares of £830. Anything under £600 is a strong price, and we filter out self-transfers and grueling layovers before publishing.

Which UK airports fly to Kota Kinabalu?

We track departures from London and Manchester to Kota Kinabalu.

Sources & verification

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