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Cheap Flights from Langkawi to Kota Kinabalu

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Flight deals from Langkawi to Kota Kinabalu

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Langkawi to Kota Kinabalu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kota Kinabalu.R 950 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Langkawi on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 950, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 954 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Dec.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Langkawi on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 954, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 955 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Langkawi on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 955, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 1,002 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Langkawi on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,002, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 1,026 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Langkawi on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,026, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 1,050 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Langkawi on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,050, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 1,051 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Langkawi on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,051, select.
Kota Kinabalu.R 1,087 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Langkawi on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Kota Kinabalu.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,087, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Langkawi to Kota Kinabalu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Langkawi to Kota Kinabalu flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
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Aug
from R 1,050
Sep
from R 1,002
Oct
from R 1,026
Nov
from R 950
Dec
from R 954
Jan
from R 955
Feb
from R 1,092
Mar
from R 1,051
Apr
from R 1,087
May
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Jun
from R 1,195

Langkawi to Kota Kinabalu: Alternative routes

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

Langkawi to Kota Kinabalu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 950
Cheapest month to flyNovember

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Langkawi to Kota Kinabalu is R 2,194. 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 Langkawi to Kota Kinabalu. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 2,194.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Langkawi to Kota Kinabalu.
The cheapest month to fly from Langkawi to Kota Kinabalu is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Langkawi Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport on Friday, 10 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Langkawi 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 Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know

  • Langkawi and Kota Kinabalu share the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.

  • To ensure you catch your LGK to BKI flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a peak month like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

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

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Penang International Airport

    • Changi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Langkawi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight is R 950. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 2,194. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from LGK to BKI, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Langkawi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

  • Landing cheap flights from LGK to BKI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

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

Handy information about Langkawi International Airport (LGK)

  • Of all flights leaving Langkawi International Airport, 62.68% land on time at their destination.

  • Langkawi International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Langkawi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near LGK. Whether you're taking an early flight from Langkawi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

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

  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport to the centre of 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 work out your travel dates for your flight from Langkawi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kota Kinabalu. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Kota Kinabalu is May, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Langkawi International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

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

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kota Kinabalu has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia just waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres east of Kota Kinabalu, a trip to Sandakan will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC).

  • If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Malaysia, consider Tawau, about 274 kilometres south-east of Kota Kinabalu. Teck Guan Cocoa Museum, Tawau Bell Tower (The Belfry) and Masjid Al-Khauthar, Sabindo Tawau, Sabah. Are key highlights.

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