Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Flights from London to Kota Kinabalu may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

One-stop flights from London to Kota Kinabalu most commonly connect through:

• Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 37% of one-stop connections
• Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 20% of one-stop connections
• Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 19% of one-stop connections
• Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN) – 9% of one-stop connections

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from London to Kota Kinabalu. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 3,613 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at RM 4,754, a difference of RM 1,141.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 5

How expensive are last-minute London to Kota Kinabalu flights?

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the RM 3,975 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 6

How long is a flight from London to Kota Kinabalu?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from London to Kota Kinabalu takes 00m, covering 18,077 km.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from London to Kota Kinabalu are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about RM 1,723, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

Question 9

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London to Kota Kinabalu?

Accepted Answer

Flying via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 38m, compared to 18h 58m via Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN) and 19h 38m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

Question 10

What is the time difference between London and Kota Kinabalu?

Accepted Answer

Kota Kinabalu is 8 hours ahead of London (Malaysia Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Question 11

Which car hire options are available at Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)?

Accepted Answer

Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around RM 162 for economy cars. Top options include:

• keddy by Europcar
• GREEN MOTION
• Europcar
• MKAZ
• Suria Car Rental

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

Return flights from London to Kota Kinabalu range from RM 3,182 to RM 4,800, with an average of RM 3,975 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 3,182 counts as a good deal.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

Return flights from London to Kota Kinabalu typically range from RM 3,182 to RM 4,800. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was RM 2,277 on China Southern.

Question 14

What is the cheapest London to Kota Kinabalu flight route?

Accepted Answer

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is the cheapest London to Kota Kinabalu route, averaging RM 3,336 return. Other London to Kota Kinabalu routes average RM 4,153, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Question 15

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Kota Kinabalu?

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Kota Kinabalu. It's 10% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

Question 16

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Kota Kinabalu?

Accepted Answer

•May is the cheapest month to fly from London to Kota Kinabalu at RM 3,036 return.
•December (RM 5,257) and July (RM 4,778) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 73% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 17

When are flights from London to Kota Kinabalu the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from London to Kota Kinabalu are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

China Southern (RM 2,277) and China Eastern (RM 2,363) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from London to Kota Kinabalu according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 19

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from London to Kota Kinabalu?

Accepted Answer

Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) is the most popular stopover for the London to Kota Kinabalu route. 37% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via KUL.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of RM 3,424. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) had the shortest average connection time for London to Kota Kinabalu stopovers at 10h 38m over the past 3 months.

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