On this page, you can book direct flights from Bintulu to Kota Kinabalu. The distance between the cities is 458 km, and the flight frequency for this route is approximately 2 flights per week.
Flights are operated by AirAsia (AK). Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the low-price calendar to find the best deal, and check out the information on how to get to the airport in Bintulu and how to reach the city center upon arrival in Kota Kinabalu.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Bintulu — Kota Kinabalu by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 122 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 822 in J. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Bintulu → Kota Kinabalu, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 98 | medium | May | AED 73 | medium | Sep | AED 68 | low |
| Feb | AED 126 | high | Jun | AED 99 | medium | Oct | AED 65 | low |
| Mar | AED 146 | high | Jul | AED 136 | high | Nov | AED 66 | medium |
| Apr | AED 53 | low | Aug | AED 57 | low | Dec | AED 121 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Kota Kinabalu remains consistently hot, reaching a maximum of 29.1°C in May. The rainiest period occurs in October and November, when rainfall exceeds 320 mm and there are very few clear days.
The most budget-friendly tickets are available in July starting AED 122 and in October — AED 146. The peak flight cost is recorded in January, when fares can reach AED 822.
In terms of both savings and weather, July is considered the optimal month for a trip. It is recommended to avoid booking for December and January due to the combination of high ticket prices and heavy tropical downpours.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by AirAsia (AK), which operates approximately 2 flights per week. Currently, it is the only carrier offering direct flights on this route. A detailed schedule by day of the week and the option to choose specific flights are available in the interactive list below.
Flights Bintulu — Kota Kinabalu depart from Bintulu Airport and arrive at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate direct flight time is about 1 hour, as the distance between the cities is short—only 458 km.
Regular flights on the Bintulu – Kota Kinabalu route are operated by AirAsia (AK).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route; however, they do not operate daily, averaging 2 times a week.
Ticket prices depend on the departure date and booking time. You can check the current minimum for the coming months in the low-price calendar on this page.
All flights from Bintulu (BTU) arrive at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI).
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