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

Flights from Rome to Kota Kinabalu may depart from several airports in Rome area, including Rome Ciampino (CIA) and Rome Fiumicino (FCO). Flights usually arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

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

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

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

Most connecting flights from Rome to Kota Kinabalu pass through Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Rome to Kota Kinabalu route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at RM 2,907 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at RM 4,277, a difference of RM 1,370. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Rome to Kota Kinabalu?

A direct flight from Rome to Kota Kinabalu takes 0h 00m, covering 17,167 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Rome 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 Rome 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 3,337 to RM 5,198. That means the highest observed fare was about 55% higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Rome to Kota Kinabalu are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about RM 2,376, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Rome and Kota Kinabalu?

Kota Kinabalu is 6 hours ahead of Rome (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 hire companies, with daily rates starting from around RM 63 for economy cars. Top options include: · keddy by Europcar · GREEN MOTION · Europcar · KK Rent A Car · Hertz

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Rome to Kota Kinabalu?

Etihad Airways (RM 3,337) and Turkish Airlines (RM 3,487) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Rome to Kota Kinabalu according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Flights via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of RM 2,909. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) had the shortest average connection time for Rome to Kota Kinabalu stopovers at 872 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: RM 4,142-RM 4,517

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Fri, 23 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

11:35 - 22:15FCO Rome Fiumicino-BKI Kota Kinabalu

52h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

11:00 - 17:30BKI Kota Kinabalu-FCO Rome Fiumicino

37h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

RM 3,337Etihad Airways

Sat, 24 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

23:00 - 10:00FCO Rome Fiumicino-BKI Kota Kinabalu

29h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

11:00 - 05:40BKI Kota Kinabalu-FCO Rome Fiumicino

49h 40m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

RM 3,345Etihad Airways

Fri, 23 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

06:15 - 14:40FCO Rome Fiumicino-BKI Kota Kinabalu

26h 25m3 stops Zurich Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Kuala Lumpur Intl

08:05 - 17:30BKI Kota Kinabalu-FCO Rome Fiumicino

40h 25m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

RM 3,365Multiple Airlines

Wed, 11 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

06:40 - 22:15FCO Rome Fiumicino-BKI Kota Kinabalu

32h 35m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl

11:00 - 13:50BKI Kota Kinabalu-FCO Rome Fiumicino

57h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul

RM 3,487Turkish Airlines

Wed, 11 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

06:40 - 10:00FCO Rome Fiumicino-BKI Kota Kinabalu

44h 20m2 stops Istanbul Kuala Lumpur Intl

11:00 - 21:55BKI Kota Kinabalu-FCO Rome Fiumicino

41h 55m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul

RM 3,523Turkish Airlines

Sat, 24 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

08:35 - 20:15FCO Rome Fiumicino-BKI Kota Kinabalu

29h 40m3 stops Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Guangzhou Baiyun Kuala Lumpur Intl

20:50 - 19:30BKI Kota Kinabalu-FCO Rome Fiumicino

29h 40m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb

RM 3,527Multiple Airlines

Fri, 23 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

06:15 - 14:40FCO Rome Fiumicino-BKI Kota Kinabalu

26h 25m3 stops Zurich Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Kuala Lumpur Intl

16:50 - 12:00BKI Kota Kinabalu-FCO Rome Fiumicino

26h 10m3 stops Penang Intl Singapore Changi Athens Eleftherios V.

RM 3,539Multiple Airlines

Sat, 24 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

08:35 - 20:15FCO Rome Fiumicino-BKI Kota Kinabalu

29h 40m3 stops Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Guangzhou Baiyun Kuala Lumpur Intl

07:50 - 05:40BKI Kota Kinabalu-FCO Rome Fiumicino

28h 50m3 stops Kuching Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

RM 3,912Multiple Airlines

Sat, 24 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

08:35 - 03:35FCO Rome Fiumicino-BKI Kota Kinabalu

37h 00m2 stops Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

08:50 - 07:45BKI Kota Kinabalu-FCO Rome Fiumicino

29h 55m1 stop Shenzhen

RM 4,516Multiple Airlines

Sat, 24 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

21:10 - 00:30FCO Rome Fiumicino-BKI Kota Kinabalu

21h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

01:30 - 18:15BKI Kota Kinabalu-FCO Rome Fiumicino

23h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

RM 4,666Multiple Airlines

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

Return flights from Rome to Kota Kinabalu start at RM 3,337. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from RM 4,142 to RM 4,517. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was RM 3,337 on Etihad Airways.

What is the cheapest Rome to Kota Kinabalu flight route?

There's little price difference between Rome to Kota Kinabalu routes. They average around RM 4,204 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Rome to Kota Kinabalu?
Flights from Rome to Kota Kinabalu may depart from several airports in Rome area, including Rome Ciampino (CIA) and Rome Fiumicino (FCO). Flights usually arrive at Kota Kinabalu (BKI).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Rome to Kota Kinabalu?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Rome to Kota Kinabalu.
Which airports do connecting flights from Rome to Kota Kinabalu pass through?
Most connecting flights from Rome to Kota Kinabalu pass through Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Rome to Kota Kinabalu?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Rome to Kota Kinabalu route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at RM 2,907 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at RM 4,277, a difference of RM 1,370. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How long is a flight from Rome to Kota Kinabalu?
A direct flight from Rome to Kota Kinabalu takes 0h 00m, covering 17,167 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Rome 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 Rome 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 3,337 to RM 5,198. That means the highest observed fare was about 55% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Rome to Kota Kinabalu looking right now?
One-way fares from Rome to Kota Kinabalu are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about RM 2,376, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Rome and Kota Kinabalu?
Kota Kinabalu is 6 hours ahead of Rome (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 hire companies, with daily rates starting from around RM 63 for economy cars. Top options include:
· keddy by Europcar
· GREEN MOTION
· Europcar
· KK Rent A Car
· Hertz

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average RM 2,907 – about RM 1,370 less than Saturday (32% savings) 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
- Megah D'Aru Hotel

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