Which airports can I use when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Malé?

Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Malé usually depart from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) and arrive at Male (MLE).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Malé?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Malé.

Which airports do connecting flights from Kota Kinabalu to Malé pass through?

Most connecting flights from Kota Kinabalu to Malé pass through Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Malé?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Malé. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 1,418 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at RM 3,096, a difference of RM 1,678. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Malé?

A direct flight from Kota Kinabalu to Malé takes 00m, covering 7,579 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Malé?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Kota Kinabalu to Malé changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about RM 1,988 to RM 6,257. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Kota Kinabalu to Malé looking right now?

One-way fares from Kota Kinabalu to Malé are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about RM 1,089, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Kota Kinabalu and Malé?

Malé is 3 hours behind Kota Kinabalu (Maldives Time vs Malaysia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Kota Kinabalu to Malé flight?

Return flights from Kota Kinabalu to Malé range from RM 1,837 to RM 2,510, with an average of RM 2,027 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 1,837 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Malé?

Return flights from Kota Kinabalu to Malé typically range from RM 1,837 to RM 2,510. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was RM 1,988 on AirAsia.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Malé?

AirAsia (RM 1,988) and Malaysia Airlines (RM 2,416) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Kota Kinabalu to Malé according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Malé?

Flights via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of RM 2,392. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Kota Kinabalu to Malé, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) had the shortest average connection time for Kota Kinabalu to Malé stopovers at 5h 32m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: RM 1,837-RM 2,510

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Typical prices: RM 1,671-RM 1,820

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Thu, 19 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

06:05 - 20:30BKI Kota Kinabalu-MLE Male

17h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

10:45 - 08:50MLE Male-BKI Kota Kinabalu

19h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

RM 1,988AirAsia

3+ days ago

Thu, 19 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

22:20 - 19:45BKI Kota Kinabalu-MLE Male

24h 25m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

15:35 - 00:55MLE Male-BKI Kota Kinabalu

30h 20m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

RM 2,118Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, 19 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

06:05 - 19:45BKI Kota Kinabalu-MLE Male

16h 40m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10:45 - 22:55MLE Male-BKI Kota Kinabalu

9h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

RM 2,265Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

19:05 - 10:55BKI Kota Kinabalu-MLE Male

18h 50m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

12:00 - 23:40MLE Male-BKI Kota Kinabalu

8h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

RM 2,416Malaysia Airlines

14 hours ago

Tue, 6 Apr - Wed, 7 Apr

12:40 - 11:25BKI Kota Kinabalu-MLE Male

25h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

23:15 - 14:15MLE Male-BKI Kota Kinabalu

12h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

RM 2,420Malaysia Airlines

1 day ago

Tue, 6 Apr - Wed, 7 Apr

22:20 - 11:25BKI Kota Kinabalu-MLE Male

16h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

23:15 - 15:35MLE Male-BKI Kota Kinabalu

13h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

RM 2,428Malaysia Airlines

3+ days ago

Tue, 6 Apr - Wed, 7 Apr

12:40 - 11:25BKI Kota Kinabalu-MLE Male

25h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

23:15 - 14:15MLE Male-BKI Kota Kinabalu

12h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

RM 2,428Malaysia Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, 19 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

21:15 - 14:25BKI Kota Kinabalu-MLE Male

20h 10m3 stops Penang Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

18:50 - 10:40MLE Male-BKI Kota Kinabalu

12h 50m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

RM 2,660Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

16:05 - 22:40BKI Kota Kinabalu-MLE Male

9h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

20:55 - 11:10MLE Male-BKI Kota Kinabalu

11h 15m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

RM 4,192Malaysia Airlines

14 hours ago

Tue, 6 Apr - Wed, 7 Apr

09:30 - 19:50BKI Kota Kinabalu-MLE Male

13h 20m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

12:30 - 00:40MLE Male-BKI Kota Kinabalu

9h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

RM 4,220Malaysia Airlines

1 day ago

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How much is a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Malé? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Malé departing in November.

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High season	May
Cheapest flight	RM 945

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Malé?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Malé.
How long is a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Malé?
A direct flight from Kota Kinabalu to Malé takes 00m, covering 7,579 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Malé?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Kota Kinabalu to Malé flight?
Return flights from Kota Kinabalu to Malé range from RM 1,837 to RM 2,510, with an average of RM 2,027 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 1,837 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Kota Kinabalu to Malé changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about RM 1,988 to RM 6,257. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Kota Kinabalu to Malé looking right now?
One-way fares from Kota Kinabalu to Malé are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about RM 1,089, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Malé?
Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Malé usually depart from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) and arrive at Male (MLE).
Which airports do connecting flights from Kota Kinabalu to Malé pass through?
Most connecting flights from Kota Kinabalu to Malé pass through Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Malé?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Malé. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 1,418 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at RM 3,096, a difference of RM 1,678.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Kota Kinabalu and Malé?
Malé is 3 hours behind Kota Kinabalu (Maldives Time vs Malaysia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average RM 1,418, which is about RM 1,678 less than Wednesday fares (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kota Kinabalu to Malé trip for June. Fares historically average RM 1,418 return in that month – typically RM 1,678 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
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