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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Birmingham to Kota Kinabalu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kota Kinabalu.902 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Turkish Airlines and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Birmingham on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 902 €, select.
Kota Kinabalu.932 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Sat, 7 Mar.Return flight with Jet2 and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Jet2, departs from Birmingham on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 932 €, select.
Kota Kinabalu.997 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Sun, 21 Sep.Return flight with Lufthansa and BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Birmingham on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 997 €, select.
Kota Kinabalu.1.054 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Jun, returning Sat, 21 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Birmingham on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.054 €, select.
Kota Kinabalu.1.093 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Wed, 19 Nov.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.093 €, select.
Kota Kinabalu.1.137 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jul, returning Mon, 7 Jul.Return flight with Turkish Airlines and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Birmingham on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.137 €, select.
Kota Kinabalu.1.340 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Aug, returning Sun, 10 Aug.Return flight with Air India and Firefly.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with Firefly, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.340 €, select.
Kota Kinabalu.1.483 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jul, returning Fri, 15 Aug.Return flight with Air India and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 15 Aug, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.483 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Kota Kinabalu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Birmingham to Kota Kinabalu flights are currently cheapest in March.
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Jul
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Sep
from 997 €
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Birmingham to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Birmingham to Kota Kinabalu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kota Kinabalu.

Birmingham to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

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Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Birmingham to Kota Kinabalu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Birmingham to Kota Kinabalu is 902 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Birmingham to Kota Kinabalu. But we found flights with one or more stops from 902 €.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Birmingham to Kota Kinabalu.
The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Kota Kinabalu is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Tuesday, 17 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Birmingham Airport and Kota Kinabalu Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kota Kinabalu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kota Kinabalu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know

  • Kota Kinabalu's timezone is UTC+8, making Kota Kinabalu eight hours ahead of Birmingham.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BHX to BKI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight is 504 €. A return plane ticket is currently 902 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from BHX to BKI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BHX to BKI by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

  • Of the flights that depart from Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BHX:

Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu

  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport to central Kota Kinabalu has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.

When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Kota Kinabalu. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • Book your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport for May if you want to explore Kota Kinabalu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to BKI in February. Average temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Sandakan is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Kota Kinabalu. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).

  • Around 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu, Tawau is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah..

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