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Flight deals from Bengaluru to Kota Kinabalu

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Bengaluru to Kota Kinabalu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kota Kinabalu.R 2,876 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Aug.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Bengaluru on Sun, 17 Aug, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,876, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 2,876 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Bengaluru on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,876, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 2,980 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Oct.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Bengaluru on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,980, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 3,314 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Bengaluru on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,314, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 4,544 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Dec.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Bengaluru on Tue, 16 Dec, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,544, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 5,035 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Bengaluru on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,035, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Bengaluru to Kota Kinabalu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Bengaluru to Kota Kinabalu flights are currently cheapest in August.
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Bengaluru to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

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

Bengaluru to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,876
Cheapest month to flySeptember

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Bengaluru to Kota Kinabalu is R 4,493. 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 Bengaluru to Kota Kinabalu. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 4,493.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Bengaluru to Kota Kinabalu.
The cheapest month to fly from Bengaluru to Kota Kinabalu is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Bengaluru Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Tuesday, 2 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Bengaluru 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, Malaysia Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Kinabalu.

Flying from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Kota Kinabalu is UTC+8, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Bengaluru.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your BLR to BKI flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kempegowda International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BLR and BKI include:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Changi International Airport

    • Hong Kong International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kempegowda International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight is R 2,876. A round-trip ticket right now is R 4,493. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BLR to BKI if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.

  • Finding cheap flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BLR to BKI by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

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

Handy information about Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)

  • You'll find BLR at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.

  • Of all flights leaving Kempegowda International Airport, 71.17% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Kempegowda International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Bengaluru. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 55 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to BLR? If you're boarding an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

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

  • From Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Kota Kinabalu is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Kota Kinabalu. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BLR to BKI in February. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Sandakan is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've seen 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 essential stop in Malaysia. No visit is complete without checking out Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah..

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