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

Flights from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu usually depart from Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) and arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 4,187 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at RM 5,939, a difference of RM 1,752. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

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 Lyon to Kota Kinabalu changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about RM 3,717 to RM 5,498. That means the highest observed fare was about 47% higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about RM 3,603, which is 36% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Lyon and Kota Kinabalu?

Kota Kinabalu is 7 hours ahead of Lyon (Malaysia Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around RM 70 for economy cars. Top options include: • keddy by Europcar • GREEN MOTION • Europcar • MKAZ • Suria Car Rental

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

Return flights from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu range from RM 4,553 to RM 5,785, with an average of RM 5,269 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 4,553 counts as a good deal.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu. It's 21% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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

Emirates (RM 4,583) offered the cheapest return ticket from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu in the last 5 days.

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RM 3,717

Typical prices: RM 4,553-RM 5,785

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Tue 13/11Sat 17/11

LYS - BKI • 3 stops

Cheapest one-way flight

RM 3,145

Typical prices: RM 2,642-RM 2,642

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Thu 8/11

LYS - BKI • 2 stops

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September

Cheapest • 21% price drop

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Recent return flight deals from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu

Fri, 13 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

06:00 - 20:15LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BKI Kota Kinabalu

31h 15m3 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Manama Bahrain Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

18:20 - 19:05BKI Kota Kinabalu-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

31h 45m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Ashgabat London Gatwick

RM 3,717Multiple Airlines

3 hours ago

Sun, 7 Mar - Wed, 7 Apr

19:05 - 11:10LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BKI Kota Kinabalu

33h 05m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Singapore Changi

09:50 - 08:55BKI Kota Kinabalu-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

29h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Munich Franz Josef Strauss

RM 3,925Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Fri, 13 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

06:00 - 20:15LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BKI Kota Kinabalu

31h 15m3 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Manama Bahrain Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

11:00 - 17:10BKI Kota Kinabalu-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

37h 10m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul

RM 4,023Multiple Airlines

3 hours ago

Mon, 1 Mar - Thu, 11 Mar

18:40 - 11:10LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BKI Kota Kinabalu

33h 30m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Singapore Changi

16:05 - 10:05BKI Kota Kinabalu-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

25h 00m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Frankfurt am Main

RM 4,028Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Wed, 11 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

19:00 - 11:10LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BKI Kota Kinabalu

33h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Singapore Changi

05:20 - 10:05BKI Kota Kinabalu-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

35h 45m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Frankfurt am Main

RM 4,056Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Fri, 13 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

14:50 - 21:10LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BKI Kota Kinabalu

23h 20m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Kuala Lumpur Intl

12:10 - 12:15BKI Kota Kinabalu-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

31h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Munich Franz Josef Strauss

RM 4,105Multiple Airlines

3 hours ago

Mon, 1 Mar - Thu, 11 Mar

07:05 - 00:30LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BKI Kota Kinabalu

34h 25m2 stops London Gatwick Shanghai Pu Dong

10:30 - 11:10BKI Kota Kinabalu-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

31h 40m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Manama Bahrain Intl London Gatwick

RM 4,461Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Wed, 11 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

14:50 - 22:15LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BKI Kota Kinabalu

24h 25m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl

11:00 - 17:10BKI Kota Kinabalu-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

61h 10m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul

RM 4,465Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Wed, 20 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan

14:40 - 22:15LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BKI Kota Kinabalu

48h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

11:00 - 12:50BKI Kota Kinabalu-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

32h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Dubai Intl

RM 4,583Emirates

14 hours ago

Wed, 20 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan

14:40 - 10:00LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry-BKI Kota Kinabalu

36h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

08:05 - 12:50BKI Kota Kinabalu-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry

59h 45m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Dubai Intl

RM 4,603Emirates

1 day ago

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu. It's 21% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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Cheapest flight	RM 3,145

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Do I need a passport to fly from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu?
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 Lyon to Kota Kinabalu flight?
Return flights from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu range from RM 4,553 to RM 5,785, with an average of RM 5,269 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 4,553 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about RM 3,717 to RM 5,498. That means the highest observed fare was about 47% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu looking right now?
One-way fares from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about RM 3,603, which is 36% above the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)?
Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around RM 70 for economy cars. Top options include:

• keddy by Europcar
• GREEN MOTION
• Europcar
• MKAZ
• Suria Car Rental
Which airports can I use when flying from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu?
Flights from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu usually depart from Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) and arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Lyon to Kota Kinabalu. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 4,187 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at RM 5,939, a difference of RM 1,752.

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 Lyon and Kota Kinabalu?
Kota Kinabalu is 7 hours ahead of Lyon (Malaysia Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average RM 4,187, which is about RM 1,752 less than Tuesday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lyon to Kota Kinabalu trip for September. Fares historically average RM 4,154 return in that month – typically RM 1,822 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

• Lintas Platinum Hotel
• Goldenhill Hotel

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