Cheap Flights from Kota Bharu (KBR) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Popular airlines from Kota Bharu (KBR-Sultan Ismail Petra) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
A direct flight with AirAsia takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. Book the 8:45PM flight from Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport and reach Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) at 11:25PM. Snap up an awesome deal on this and other routes when you use Expedia to arrange your trip.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from KBR to Kota Kinabalu International Airport last minute?
Being the spontaneous type is a rewarding way to see the world, but it's not always the best way to nab a bargain flight. It's better to book your KBR to BKI journey in advance instead of leaving it until the last minute. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the best time to book domestic flights is between 28 – 35 days ahead of the departure date, and international flights three to four months in advance. We recommend saving that spontaneity for when you reach BKI!
What airports do you fly into for Kota Kinabalu from Kota Bharu?
You can zip from Kota Bharu to Kota Kinabalu through both Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) and Keningau (KGU). Touch down at Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) and you'll be roughly 6 kilometers south of the heart of Kota Kinabalu. Drop your bags off at your hotel and then explore some of the city's famous sights, like Imago Shopping Mall and Suria Sabah Shopping Mall.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport?
For AirAsia flights jetting out from Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport to BKI, the most popular departure times are between 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM. If you'd like to avoid any holdups, book the earliest flight. This way you can escape the heavy air traffic that accumulates in the afternoon and evening.
Can I change the date of my flight from Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?
We know life happens and plans change, so Expedia is here to help make amending your trip as easy as possible. First, access your Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport to BKI itinerary through the Expedia Trips portal and check the ticket conditions and rules to see if change fees apply. If you booked your ticket in the last 24 hours, some airlines will allow you to cancel for free and organize new flights. If you booked your fare more than 24 hours ago, contact us via our Customer Service portal so we can assist you further.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
Sultan Ismail Petra
Destination airport
Kota Kinabalu Intl.
Distance
1512 km
Average flight time
2 hours 35 mins

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