Traveling from Labuan Airport (LBU) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): what you need to know
A direct flight from Labuan Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport takes 35 minutes, on average. Kota Kinabalu's timezone is UTC+8 — identical to Labuan.
Each week, there are 70 flights from Labuan Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. If you want to take off as soon as possible, go for the 07:00 Malaysia Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from LBU to BKI is 19:50 with Malaysia Airlines.
Flying during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Traveling to Kota Kinabalu (and exploring more of Malaysia!) is a breeze with Malaysia Airlines. This popular airline runs direct flights from Labuan Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight from Labuan Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. To see the options, just uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a top stopover on the LBU to BKI route.
Once you've booked cheap ticket from LBU to BKI, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't required since you're traveling within Malaysia. As long as you have another form of identification, such as a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Labuan Airport (LBU) to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Labuan Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is C$65. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$132. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap flight tickets from LBU to BKI by booking 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Labuan Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Labuan Airport (LBU)
Central Labuan to Labuan Airport is approximately 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 7 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Booked an early flight from Labuan Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to LBU:
Arriving at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Labuan Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BKI instead:
Getting from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to central Kota Kinabalu
From Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Kota Kinabalu is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 14 minutes to get to the center driving.
When to fly to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
August is the most popular month for flights from Labuan Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Kota Kinabalu in February.
When reserving your flight from Labuan Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from LBU to BKI in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 29ºC on average.
More about Kota Kinabalu
Once you've locked in your flights from LBU to BKI, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Kota Kinabalu. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Cool Bar and Orchid De Villa are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Kota Kinabalu must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Sri Pasupathinath Alayam.
Complete your Kota Kinabalu trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, browse our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Kota Kinabalu stay.
