Question 1

How can I find cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu on the eDreams website?

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At eDreams, we make it easy to find the perfect flight to Kota Kinabalu, with fares starting from just $ 10. Our smart tech searches for the best deals, giving you heaps of options. Whether you’re after the cheapest fare or the most convenient schedule, we make planning your trip dead simple.

Question 2

What airlines fly to Kota Kinabalu?

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These are the airlines with direct flights to Kota Kinabalu:

Air Asia flies direct to Kota Kinabalu from Sandakan, Guangzhou, and Kuala Lumpur.
Batik Air Malaysia also offers direct flights to Kota Kinabalu from Kuala Lumpur, Seoul, and Sandakan. Perfect if you want a straightforward trip from these cities.
Malaysia Airlines flies direct from Kuala Lumpur and Lahad Datu, and they also have service from Mulu.

Here are some other options for flights to Kota Kinabalu that might include a stopover:

Scoot flies to Kota Kinabalu from Melbourne, Sydney, and Bangkok.
Batik Air Malaysia also heads to Kota Kinabalu from Perth, Bangkok, and Denpasar-Bali, giving you a few handy departure options.
Finally, Hong Kong Express Airways flies to Kota Kinabalu from lots of spots, including Tokyo, Okinawa, and Taipei.

Question 3

When traveling to Kota Kinabalu, what's the recommended arrival time at the airport before my flight?

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To kick off your trip without any dramas, rock up to the airport 2–3 hours before your flight. This gives you plenty of time to check in, get through security, customs, and drop off your bags, and leaves room in case anything crops up.

With eDreams, you can snag top-flight deals to Kota Kinabalu from over 24 cities. We’ve also got extras to make your airport time a breeze – priority boarding, extra luggage, and lounge access for a bit of comfort.

For extra peace of mind, think about picking a refundable fare or chucking on some travel insurance so you can start your trip feeling ready and relaxed.

Question 4

How many airports serve Kota Kinabalu?

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Kota Kinabalu is served by 1 airport[s]. The main one, Kota Kinabalu International Airport, flies to 24 cities, with heaps of domestic and international options. The most popular flights head to Kuala Lumpur, Sandakan, and Tawau. Whether you’re travelling for work or a holiday, there’s plenty of ways to get where you need to go.

Question 5

How far is the airport from the city center in Kota Kinabalu?

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The Kota Kinabalu International Airport, which serves Kota Kinabalu, is about 5 kms from the city centre. Its handy location makes it easy for travellers to get to all the main attractions and amenities.

Question 6

What is the average cost to travel from the Kota Kinabalu airport to the city center?

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When getting from the airport to the city, you’ve got a few options:

Public Transport: For around 2.97 $ per person, you can jump on a bus or train – cheap and easy.

Taxi: A taxi from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to the city centre usually costs about 2.97 $ per kilometre. Perfect if you’ve got heaps of luggage or want to get there quick-smart.

Car Rental: For the ultimate freedom to explore Kota Kinabalu at your own pace, grab a car with eDreams. Pick it up at Kota Kinabalu International Airport and hit the road straight to your destination, stopping wherever you like along the way.

Question 7

What's a reasonable budget for a trip to Kota Kinabalu?

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Planning a trip to Kota Kinabalu? Here’s a quick run-down of what you might expect to spend on grub and drinks:

Affordable Dining: 5.57 $
Moderate Dining: 29.69 $
Cheap Restaurant: 7.42 $
Local Beer: 3.71 $
Imported Beer: 5.57 $
Coffee: 4.14 $
Soft Drinks: 1.06 $
Bottled Water: 0.59 $

Question 8

What's the weather like in Kota Kinabalu?

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If you’re chasing sunshine, the best time to visit Kota Kinabalu is during April, May, and June, when the average temperature hits around 33.67 °C. These months are also the sunniest, with heaps of sunshine – around 13.79 hours a day.

For cooler weather, plan your trip for January, February, and March, when temps drop to about 23 °C.

Want to avoid the wet stuff? Best to skip Kota Kinabalu during January, February, and March, when rainfall peaks at around 9 mm. The driest months are January, February, and March, with just 0 mm of rain on average.

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